Being a DONA International trained Birth Doula fulfills my dream to help moms pursue the birth of their dreams.
During your labor Erica will use massage, movement, breath work, energy work, visualizations, various labor positions, meditations and aromatherapy as ways to support you. Your support will be unique to who you are. Erica relys on her intuitive nature for guidance and her ability to meet the needs and hold space for you and the entire family. Erica will always come from a non-judgemental place that works to empower you and nurture you. You will have unwavering support for what ever way you choose to birth your baby.
*A back-up doula will always be provided (in case of emergency)
As your birth doula, you will receive the following services.
- Free initial interview over the phone or in person
- 1-2 prenatal visits inlcudes child birth education
- 1 Reiki session during pregnancy or postpartum
- Comfort measures, labor positions, tricks and tools including breath work, massage techniques and visualizations for birth
- Nutrition support
- Set intentions for birth and create a personalized birth plan with birth affirmations
- Assistance with latching and initiating breast feeding
- Obtaining the placenta (if you are encapsulating)
- Text or phone check in daily postpartum
- 1-2 postpartum visits
- 24 hour text and email support from time of hire
- Offer any resources your family may need during pregnancy and post partum
Birth Doula services start at $2000
See Services and Pricing for package details
Research shows parents who receive support can:
- Feel more secure and cared for
- Are more successful in adapting to new family dynamics
- Have greater success with breastfeeding
- Have greater self-confidence
- Have less postpartum depression
- Have lower incidence of abuse
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