Birth doula
What is a doula?
A birth doula is a professional support person trained in the needs of an expecting mother and her family during pregnancy and childbirth.
There is tremendous value in hiring a doula and having one attend and support you throughout your birth. Birth doulas have a wealth of education and knowledge to share with expecting mothers and their families, which helps them to feel empowered and confident in the decisions they are making.
Research shows that women who have a birth doula are more likely to report having a more positive birth experience, decreased pain during birth, decreased labor time, and use fewer medical interventions. Doula’s help the expecting mother to feel empowered, educated, and in control of their own birth. They help decrease a mother’s stress by providing emotional encouragement, reassurance and comfort. They help expecting mothers to develop a birthing plan that is flexible and can adapt to unexpected events. They work with the mother to practice techniques and comfort measures that will be used during labor, in order for the mother to feel as prepared as possible.
What does the package include?
Meryl offers free 30-minute consultations with clients to determine if she is a good fit for you and your needs. After this consult, her package offers:
Initial interview
2 prenatal appointments, including ability to attend a doctor’s visit if desired
Attendance at your birth
1 follow-up visit after birth
Unlimited text/Email/Phone accessibility throughout your pregnancy to have all of your questions answered.
Total Cost: $1000