Birth Doula
As your birth doula I will support and empower you on your journey with education and hands-on support. When a partner is involved, I will also support them in their desired role during the birth journey by empowering them with skills and techniques. I will show up for you as a grounded, kind, and nurturing birth companion. I bring years of embodiment practices, bodywork, somatic counseling, and herbal and nutritional knowledge.
At the core of my work is an understanding that this incredible journey of bringing life into the world can be deeply healing and transformational when it is held with respect for the wisdom of the body, compassionate presence, and skillful action.
Doula Packages
All packages include the following care:
A Complimentary Initial Call during which we will discuss your questions and vision for birth. I can answer any questions you might have for me about the kind of support I offer as a doula. This is a good time for us to see if we might be a good fit for working together prior to signing a contract.
Prenatal Visits where we will discuss things to do during pregnancy to support your health and comfort, techniques to support your comfort and health during birth, your personal birth plan, the role of your birth partner during labor and after, postpartum preparation, and any other lingering questions you might have. This is an important time for us to develop our connection, for you to prepare for your birth, and where I can learn how I can best support you during birth.
Labor Support from week 37 till your baby is born I am on-call and available at anytime for text, phone, and email support. I can help determine when labor begins and join you at your home during labor before we call your home-midwife or go to the hospital or birth center.
Postpartum Home Visits at which I can support you in this new time of having a baby to care by helping you find comfort in your body, lactation guidance, or refer to other professionals such as chiropractor and sleep or lactation specialists. You also will have the opportunity to reflect on your birth experience with me and we can review any questions or concerns you might have.
It would be my honor to be your advocate and guide during this transformational time in your family’s life.
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1 prenatal home visit (~34 weeks) & 1 virtual prenatal ( ~37 weeks)
Labor & birth support: 24/7 text, phone or email from week 37 till birth
2 home postpartum visits (first week & two months)
Rate: $1500-2000
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2 home pre-natal visits( ~ week 34 and 37) & 1 virtual prenatal
labor & birth support: 24/7 text, phone or email from week 37 till birth
2 home postpartum visits (first week & two months)
1 x 90min massage session (whenever you desire)
Rate: $2000-2500
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If you are covered by Medi-Cal you have the following available to you at no cost to you. Please note that Medi-Cal coverage is more expansive during pregnancy so you might want to check to see if you are eligible now.
1 initial 90 minute visit
Up to 8 prenatal or postpartum 1hr in-person or virtual visits
Support during labor and delivery. This includes abortion and miscarriages.
Up to two extended 3 hr postpartum visits.
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Can we adjust the package?
Yes! Let’s create something that works for you.
How do I choose a price off the sliding scale?
I recommend the Green Bottle Method to help you determine your appropriate rate. You can learn more here.
Certifications, Trainings, and Professional Memberships:
Heart and Hands: Beginning and Advanced Midwifery Intensives w/ Elizabeth Davis, 2024
Spinning Babies, Berkeley, CA 2024
DONA Birth Doula Training w/ Connie Sultana, 2023
Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy w/ Carole Osborne, 2017
DONA International Member
SoCo Perinatal Network Member
Volunteer with Better Beginnings: In A Pinch Doula Program