Comprehensive Doula Support Package

Pre-Labor Support

• Complimentary Pre-Hire Meeting: An initial, no-obligation meeting to get to know each other and discuss your preferences and needs.

• Ongoing Communication: Unlimited support via phone, text, and email throughout your pregnancy to provide reassurance, answer questions, and offer education and guidance on health and wellness.

Prenatal Education & Resources:

• Access to evidence-based information on pregnancy, labor stages, and comfort measures.

• Guidance on labor positions, counter-pressure techniques, and relaxation strategies.

Birth Planning: We’ll collaborate on a birth readiness plan, keeping flexibility for any necessary changes.

Community Connections: Unlimited access to additional support resources and contacts within the community.

Individualized and Group Prenatal Meetings:

• One individual meeting to discuss your specific birth plan and answer any personal questions.

• One group-style meeting to review labor stages and introduce you to experienced backup doulas.

On-Call Labor Support

• 24/7 Availability: Starting two weeks before and extending two weeks after your estimated due date, I’ll be on call.

• Early Labor Guidance: Consistent phone contact during early labor to check in on your progress, provide comfort measures, and answer any questions.

• In-Person Support When You’re Ready:

Comprehensive Labor Support:

• Physical comfort, emotional support, and evidence-based information to aid in decision-making throughout labor.

• Support for your partner or any other support persons, providing them with guidance, reassurance, and tools to support you.

• Encouragement to help you advocate for yourself, ask questions, and stay centered on your unique birth goals.

Immediate Post-Birth Support

• Staying By Your Side: I will remain with you for at least one to two hours after birth to ensure a smooth transition, support initial breastfeeding, and address any immediate postpartum needs.

Follow-up Contact: I’ll check in within 24-48 hours post-birth to see how you’re feeling, answer any questions, and schedule our postpartum visit.

Postpartum Care

• Home Visit: One in-home postpartum visit between days 3 and 10 to discuss your birth experience, provide hands-on feeding support, and answer newborn care questions.

• Emotional Well-Being: Postpartum mental health screening to address any concerns, with actionable steps and resources as needed.

• Ongoing Support: Continued availability by phone, text, or email for at least two weeks postpartum to provide guidance, reassurance, and emotional support.

Long-Term Support

• Friendship & Encouragement: My support extends beyond birth—I’m here to stand by you and provide encouragement throughout your parenting journey.