A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They offer guidance, comfort, and personalized care to enhance your experience.

Research suggests that doula support can lead to shorter labor, reduced interventions, and increased satisfaction.

A birth doula provides continuous support during labor and birth, offering comfort measures, guidance, and advocacy to help you have a positive birth experience.

Absolutely! Doulas work harmoniously with partners and family members, enhancing the support system and ensuring everyone is involved according to your wishes. ***Reminder: check hospital policies on limitations.

A postpartum doula offers practical assistance and emotional support to families during the early weeks after childbirth, helping with newborn care, household tasks, and adjustment to parenthood.

Parents can fully rest and spend more time bonding with the baby instead of: washing dishes, walking the dog, shopping/cooking, cleaning the house, etc.

Absolutely! I offer comprehensive packages that cover both birth and postpartum support to ensure a seamless transition from childbirth to the early postpartum period.

A Doula works closely with you to understand your birth preferences and helps communicate them to your healthcare providers, ensuring your wishes are respected as much as possible.

Doulas do not replace medical professionals. We complement the care provided by doctors and midwives by offering continuous emotional and physical support, while midwives and doctors provide medical care. I work alongside medical professionals to enhance your overall experience.

It's recommended to start looking for a doula early in your pregnancy to ensure you have ample time to find the right fit and establish a supportive relationship. However, it's never too late to seek their assistance.

While doula services are not typically covered by private insurance, some flexible spending accounts (FSAs) or health savings accounts (HSAs) may provide reimbursement. It's advisable to check with your insurance provider.

***New York: Medicaid Covers Doulas check out the provider list here

Choosing the right doula involves considering their experience, approach, and compatibility with your values and preferences. Schedule consultations to get to know potential doulas and make an informed decision.

I offer virtual consultations, classes, and support options to cater to your preferences and needs, if we can't be physically present.

In-person services involve face-to-face consultations, while virtual -only services are entirely online.

I understand that every journey is unique. Through the initial consultations, I learn about your preferences, fears, and goals, allowing me to tailor my support to match your needs/wishes.

On-call support means we're available for urgent assistance (24/7) from 38 weeks until birth.

This means you can call me at 3AM to look at a picture you sent me to confirm if it's abnormal fluids.

Virtual office hours provide an additional layer of support, allowing you to join special weekly sessions for extra guidance, discussions, and connection with our doula experts.

Our referral network connects you with our vetted friendly local community providers, helping you access additional resources, services, and support in your perinatal journey. If we need to find others, we will work together to access the resources that fit your family's needs.

This is a rare situation if doula case loads are reasonable. A back-up can be arranged if needed. You will also be able to meet the back-up doula before your birth.

Yes! I will help you understand how to qualify for a VBAC and support you in both VBAC or cesarean birth.