Prenatal Support
Explore your birth options, ask all your questions and feel confident about your ability to give birth and this memorable journey ahead. ​Together, we’ll work to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered to welcome your baby with calm and confidence.​
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What to expect from Prenatal Doula Support:
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Comprehensive Birth Education
Together, we’ll cover the stages of labor, birth physiology, when to head to the hospital, what to expect during the birth process, and how to make informed decisions for a positive experience—all while ensuring your partner is equipped to offer the best support throughout. -
Crafting Your Birth Plan
I’ll guide you through creating a birth plan that reflects your hopes, preferences, and needs, while also discussing how to adapt to any changes that may come up. This ensures that you feel prepared and empowered, regardless of how your birth unfolds. -
Pain Coping Techniques
I’ll introduce you to natural pain coping strategies, including breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, movement, and positions for labor, and massage techniques. These tools help you manage the intensity of labor, giving you practical ways to find comfort and calm during birth. -
Lactation Preparation Guidance
To help you prepare for breastfeeding, I’ll share practical tips and foundational information so you feel ready to navigate your breastfeeding journey with confidence. You'll gain insight into establishing a proper latch, finding comfortable feeding positions, and recognizing feeding cues. -
Additional Topics We Can Explore Together: Navigating unexpected changes, like induction or cesarean birth, Planning for postpartum recovery and adjusting to life with a newborn, Preparing siblings and partners for this new family dynamic, Exploring how life as a couple may change with the arrival of your baby
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With my prenatal support, you’re gaining essential knowledge and a support system, providing you and your partner with peace of mind and readiness for birth. Together, we’ll lay the foundation for a positive, empowered birth experience.
Birth Support
Birth is a unique journey, and I'm here to support the choices you make for your birth. As a doula, I am your steady companion and cheerleader, offering unwavering support, reassurance, and guidance throughout labor and birth.
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What to expect from support during Labour and Birth:
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Coping Techniques for Comfort
​ I’ll be by your side, offering guidance on positions, breathing, massage, and relaxation techniques to help you manage sensations. I come prepared with a bag of comforting tools to support you as you need.
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Support for Your Unique Birth Choices
Whether you’re aiming for an unmedicated birth, planning for an epidural, or considering a cesarean , I am here to support you physically and emotionally, honoring your preferences and choices.
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Protection of Your Birth Space
I’ll help create and maintain a calm, private environment—your “safe bubble”—so you can focus on your birth experience in peace.
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Empowering Information I provide you with evidence-based information throughout labor, giving you the tools and confidence to make informed choices and advocate for your own needs.
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Support for Both You and Your Partner I’ll help your partner feel confident and engaged, providing guidance so they can actively participate and offer calm support throughout labor and birth.​
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With me by your side during labor, you’ll have calm, knowledgeable support to help you feel empowered, cared for, and confident in every moment of your birth journey.
Postpartum Support
By providing emotional support, assisting with newborn care, helping with breastfeeding, and offering guidance on postpartum recovery, I help mothers feel nurtured, confident, and empowered as they navigate the challenges of early motherhood.​
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What to expect from Postpartum support:
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Postpartum emotional support:Stepping into motherhood is a big transition, and you deserve to feel heard, valued, and supported during this time. I provide a calm, understanding presence as you process your birth story and navigate the range of emotions that can arise in the postpartum period. You’ll have a safe space to reflect, express, and receive the support you need.
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Postpartum physical support: I’ll provide gentle guidance, personalized advice, and trusted resources to support your healing and self-care throughout your recovery. This includes breathing exercises and gentle movement to gradually rebuild your strength and ease you back into wellness.
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Guidance in Newborn Care: Adjusting to life with a newborn can feel overwhelming, but with hands-on support, you’ll gain confidence in caring for your little one. Whether it’s diapering, soothing, or und sleep patterns, we’ll find the methods that work best for you and your baby, making this new chapter feel more manageable.
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Breastfeeding Assistance: I offer breastfeeding support to help you feel comfortable and confident, whether it’s guidance on latch, positioning, or overcoming any initial challenges. My goal is to make feeding as smooth and enjoyable as possible for both you and your baby.
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​After a postpartum visit with me, you will feel more at ease, supported in your recovery, and confident in your ability to care for your baby knowing you have the compassionate guidance and reassurance you needs during this precious yet challenging time