BIRTH DOULA PACKAGE
Complimentary Consultation
30 minute virtual consultation to get to know each other and see if we are a good fit.
Prenatal Visits
Before the baby comes...
let's get to know each other better.
Up to 5 prenatal visits done your way.
My goal is to build a relationship that allows us to feel comfortable and safe together prior to delivery.
Here's an outline of some of the topics we typically cover during our prenatal visits.
Visit 1
-
Check in
-
Birth vision
-
Nutrition
-
Identify personal labor preferences
-
Explore coping styles
Visit 2
-
Check in
-
Childbirth education
-
Discuss the concept of "normal"
-
Provide insight for partners
Visit 3
-
Discuss common interventions and induction methods
-
Birth preferences
-
Packing for the hospital
Visit 4
-
Hands on coping practice
-
Optimal fetal positioning
-
Teach partners how to help
-
Oxytoin boosting activities
Visit 5
Baby is almost here!
-
Lactation education
-
Newborn expectations
-
Postpartum healing, planning & nutrition
Although I have prepared a general outline, I'm here for you and I'm flexible. We can talk about whatever you'd like during our visits.
I will be on call for your labor from the 37th week of pregnancy, until baby arrives. This means no matter what time labor unfolds, I will be there to answer questions and offer support. Generally, I join my clients in their home during active labor and stay until 1-2 hours after birth.
Postpartum Visits
I provide Postpartum visits to check in after the birth.
Visit 1
-
1 hour in home
-
Debrief birth experience
-
Create nest environment to optimize rest
-
Lactation support
-
Baby care education
-
Referrals as needed
Visit 2
-
Optional 1 hour virtual/phone check in
-
General check in
-
Tips/tricks for baby care
-
Emotional support
-
Address challenges
Visit 3
-
Special, unique closing visit, offered about 1 month after birth
-
Pamper birthing person with herbal bath
-
Time to reflect on birth from greater distance
-
Help establish game plan for the future
24 hour URGENT phone/email support from date of contract.
For non-urgent care, I commit to answering any emails/texts or calls within 24, unless otherwise discussed.
Sliding Scale
$2,400 - $2,800
Custom packages &
payment plans are available.
Open to discussing options if there's a financial need.
Please inquire!
POSTPARTUM CARE
Complimentary Consultation
30 minute virtual consultation to get to know each other and see if we are a good fit.
Home Visit
If hired before baby arrives, I'm happy to come by for an in person meet and greet. This is also a great time to give me a quick tour of your space!
Daily Services
-
Modeling newborn care
-
Optimize rest & relaxation for parents
-
Lactation & bottle feeding education
-
Nursery organization
-
Emotional support
-
Herbal baths
-
Healing touch
-
Meal preparation
-
Light housekeeping
-
Resources and referrals
-
Small errands
-
Grocery Shopping
Priorities discussed before beginning services.
Pricing
Day Support - $45/hr
Minimum 4 hours
6am-9pm
Night Support (occasional offering) - $55/hr
Minimum 8 hours
9pm-6am
Available by phone and e-mail during period of employment.
It's understandable to not really know how much support you may need. Signing up for a package will ensure longer term availability.
Packages
Light support - $1,600
10, 4 hour shifts within the first month postpartum
Mid-level support - $2,400
15, 4 hour shifts within the first month postpartum
First 3 months - $4,800
30, 4 hour shifts to be used to help settle in during the first 3 months
We can also customize a package to fit your needs!
For non-urgent care, I commit to answering
any emails/texts or calls within
24 hours of date sent
unless otherwise discussed.
FILM PHOTOS
Photos by Julia Larson shared with the consent of the persons pictured
Memories your special day in a unique and artistic format.
Focused on capturing behind the scenes, candid moments.
You won't even notice me taking them!
-
2 rolls of film (about 72 photos)
-
Black and white or color
-
Prints
-
Digital scans
-
Glossy or matte
-
Border or no border
-
Film negatives
Starter Package - $250
Open to capturing any part of your journey, including pregnancy, during labor/birth, newborn focused or of the whole family postpartum.