You will not labor alone.
Continuous labor support for Charlotte families, in any setting, from any starting point. Hospital or birth center. First baby or fifth,
WHO THIS IS FOR
You're pregnant. Could be your first, could be your fourth. You want someone in the room who knows what they're doing, who has your back + who is going to hold the line on what you actually want from this birth.
You've been told a doula is optional. I would tell you a doula is the difference between feeling like a body something happened to + feeling like a woman who was supported through one of the most powerful things she will ever do.
During pregnancy + labor I provide the following:
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Consultation (complimentary)
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Introductory meeting to get to know one another and ask questions.
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24/7 availability via phone, email, and text
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Once contracted no matter how far along you are in your pregnancy, I will always be available!
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In-person prenatal meeting
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2 in-person meetings where we will spend time learning your and your partner's specific preferences for your birth. We will create a birth plan that reflects your wishes.
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Continuous Labor Support
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I will provide physical and emotional support during all of labor, joining you at home or at the birth center/hospital.
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Advocacy
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Promoting collaboration among the birth team.
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Recovery Care
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Support during the first 1-2 hours following birth. Can consist of amateur photography etc.
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Postpartum Visit
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1-2 follow-up visits after birth. Awesome opportunity to talk about your birth experience and any postpartum questions you may have
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What I Don't Do:
- Replace your partner or loved one
- perform medical/clinical tasks such as vaginal exams or fetal monitoring
- do not catch the baby
- make medical decisions for you
- diagnose conditions
Birth Service Offerings
Supported Momma
Perfected for new mommas to be + seasoned mommas alike. Feel fully supported from pregnancy through labor and after delivery
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One free consultation (via zoom)
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Personalized Birth Plan Design Assistance
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Up to three prenatal visits
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Unlimited support via phone, text, & email throughout pregnancy
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Access to Educational and local resources
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On-call service beginning at 37 weeks
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Continuous support during active labor at home (if desired) and birthplace
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1-2 hours of immediate postpartum & breastfeeding support
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amateur photography after birth (if desired)
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Birth Log and notes to help outline your birth story
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2 postpartum visit (within first 6 weeks postpartum if desired)
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6 weeks of postpartum support via phone, text & email
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Referrals to other helpful community resources and support groups
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Comprehensive pregnancy guides Getting Ready Volumes 1, 2 3 and more!
Mothering the Momma
This holistic postpartum package is tailored to focus on the care of momma (for locals)
This package includes EVERYTHING in the Supported Momma Package, PLUS the following wellness additions:
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(3) Prenatal visits (1 each trimester)
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Monthly Check-ins
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1-3 hours of immediate postpartum & breastfeeding support
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(2) Post-Birth visits 1 during the first 2 weeks home and another 4-6 weeks postpartum if desired
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(3) Guided Meditation sessions (prerecorded) to support easing into motherhood
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12 hours of Traditional Postpartum Care (Bridge the Gap) to be used during the first 40 days home
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Holistic Postpartum Wellness Guide
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Herbal Sitz Soak for post-birth
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Placenta Encapsulation Wellness Kit
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Placenta Encapsulation
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Placenta Tincture
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Placenta Belly Balm
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Placenta Tincture to support wellness and recovery
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Belly Balm
A la Carte
Don't need a package? Mix + Match
Scheduled Cesarean
Labor + Delivery ONLY
Perfect for mommas with a cesarean scheduled! Education on how to best prepare for delivery + post delivery care.
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(1) in-person prenatal that will include spontaneous labor and cesarean preparation education
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(1) Virtual prenatal (optional) starting at 34 weeks
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Development of cesarean birth preferences birth plan
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24/7 availability within 1 week of scheduled cesarean date
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Support at the hospital through cesarean procedure (if delivering within a Novant Health Hospital)
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Continued support in PACU (recovery) post cesarean (if delivering within Novant to helps support breast feeding (if desired)
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In-person support once in Postbirth room (if desired)
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(2) Post delivery visits, 1st day after delivery, 2nd visit within 2-4 weeks post delivery postpartum check-up (optional video chat)
Perfect for moms who feel they do not need prenatal visits or questions answered throughout pregnancy.
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(1) in-person prenatal (starting at 34 weeks)
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(1) Virtual prenatal (optional)
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24/7 availability unlimited text, phone and email support starting at 37 weeks through birth
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Continuous in-person support during active labor at birthplace
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1 Hour immediate postpartum + breastfeeding
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(1) virtual postpartum check-up (within 6 weeks of delivery if desired)
Birth Plan Design + Newborn Planning Session
One time Birthing Consultation
Not ready to commit to the full doula experience, but would still like the opportunity to talk to an experienced doula before deliver? Then this is for you!
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Space to discuss your current pregnancy, birth or post delivery plan in this 60 min session.
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This session can include and is not limited to:
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Pregnancy Preparation
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Birth Plan Guidance
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Discussion of birth and labor options
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How to create your birthing environment
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Comfort measure options
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Labor Induction Methods
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How to choose your birth team
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Customized informational guides and more!
This session can happen at any time during pregnancy as you prepare for delivery.
* This is a virtual session and can happen at any time during pregnancy as you prepare for delivery.
Need a little more guidance than the 1 time consultation + want me to create your birth plan specific to your birthing location?
In this individual session I provide you with my expertise and create your birth or post delivery plan for you! During this 60 min meeting we can cover ALL things related to birth expectations and preferences (specific information for Novant Health and Atrium birthing locations).
This session can include and is not limited to:
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Birth preference options education
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Evidence Based articles
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Natural Induction Methods
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Questions for your Provider
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Advocacy Tools
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Newborn options
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Pediatrician recommendations (local to CLT)
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1 visual birth preference PDF
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Preparing for birth Volume 1,2 or 3 (based on your trimester)
* This session can happen in-person at Rosie's Wine Garde, Pauline's Tea Bar or virtually
Birth Plan Design + Childbirth Education
Perfect for moms who are interested in childbirth education and want help with talking through the various options + procedures in the hospital or birth center setting.
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One-on-one childbirth education Spinning Babies® Parent Class
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Assistance in designing a birth plan that is just right for you!
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During this session, we will go over the pros and cons of all common birth procedures.
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You will leave this session with the tools to effectively communicate with your healthcare provider to create the birthing environment that you desire!
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Complete with checklists and a downloadable Birth Plan!
* This session would happen in your home
Evidence published by the Cochrane Review on the benefits of having a Doula found:
* 12% Increase on having a spontaneous vaginal birth
* 9% Decrease in the use of any pain medications
* 28% Decrease in the risk of having a Cesarean Delivery
* 31% Decrease in the use of Pitocin
* 14% Decrease in the risk of newborns being sent to the special care nursery
* 34% Decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with your birth experience
For more evidence and research on the benefits of hiring a Doula Click Here