What is a doula?
Doulas are trained to provide non-clinical emotional, physical and informational support for people before, during, and after labor and birth. Birth doulas provide hands-on comfort measures and share resources and information about labor and birth. Doulas can also facilitate positive communication between the birthing person and their care providers by helping people articulate their questions, preferences and values.
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Why have a doula?
Doula Services
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Prenatal is all about planning and goal setting. Together we will explore any fears or concerns regarding the pregnancy, develop a birth plan and a cesarean plan, envision what you want your birth setting to look like, and cover birth education.
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An extra set of eyes and hands are invaluable during labor. As a doula, your comfort and safety as the birthing person are my main priorities. Support can look like coaching you on your breathing, suggesting different positions to support your laboring, giving you a massage, taking photos of the special memory and much more. I can also help in managing tense situations with care providers and making sure you get connected with post-birth resources such as lactation consultants.
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Support can drop significantly during postpartum, even though it is often when people need support the most. During postpartum I will support you in unpacking your birth, bonding with your infant, self care, newborn care and feeding, family planning, and more.
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Navigating loss, whether expected or not, can be difficult. As your doula I will help with logistics, childcare, creating a safe space, and providing comfort measures as needed.
I’m the doula for you if you’re looking for:
a doula that trusts you to make the best decisions regarding your own care
unassuming support that aims to be trauma-informed, gender-affirming, and culturally sensitive
a wholistic approach that blends evidence-based scientific research and traditional cultural practices
connection to essential community resources such as food assistance, infant supplies, and family education
support that keeps the whole family in mind - partners, siblings, grandparents, aunts and uncles, etc.
continuous care from the early days of pregnancy to postpartum recovery, regardless of birth outcomes
Frequently Asked Questions
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I offer everyone seeking a doula a free consult so that we can discuss what kind of support you are looking for and whether we’d be a good match. Contact me and we can schedule a meeting.
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Packages range from $2000 - $3500. Your insurance may partially or fully cover this investment. Payment plans are available. I also offer a sliding-scale to make services as accessible as possible.
Contact me for a free consult.
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I am currently in network with the following insurances in NY state: MVP, Emblem, United Healthcare, HealthFirst, MetroPlus, and 1199 SEIU.
I am always working to get credentialed with other insurances so if you do not see your insurance listed send me a message!
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Midwives and doula serve two different functions and can both be an important part of your care team.
Midwives are licensed medical professionals responsible for the clinical safety, labor management, and delivery of your baby.
Doulas are non-medical professionals trained to provide education, continuous physical comfort, emotional encouragement, and advocacy throughout your pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.
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Yes. You have the option to schedule any prenatal or postpartum visit virtually.
Labor and delivery support is best given in person but support can also be given virtually or over the phone if circumstances call for it.
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