What To Expect From Our Birth Doula Service
Initial Meet & Greet
This meeting will take place at your earliest convenience, either in person or over zoom. Our time together will be used to gather information and support you while you explain your pregnancy, labour and birth day wishes.
Whatsapp Chat Group with 24/7 Support
Our chat group will be your 24/7 support line. There are no silly questions. If you are prepared to google it, please instead ask your question in the group. The more information I have, the better I can support you. No detail is too small. Please connect after well visits, scans or any tests that have been performed.
Biomechanics and Labour Support Visit
This visit will take place in your home at 35 weeks gestation. The primary purpose for this visit is to discuss at home comfort measures, partner support and biomechanics techniques. The focus for this session will be on how to work best as a team when active labour begins and when to call for additional support. I strongly advise that you attend at least 1 MAMABODY class per week at SHAMANA CIRCLE STUDIO to help further your birth education and biomechanical knowledge.
Birth Plan Meeting
This process will happen slowly over your pregnancy. As you educate yourself, gather information and find out what fits best for your family, your birth plan will unfold. You will receive access to my Birth Resources Folder which will help you create a birth plan. At 37 weeks gestation we will connect either in person or over zoom to go through your birth plan together.
Birth Day
On the day of your first contraction (or if your waters rupture prematurely), please call right away. Do not hesitate to call anytime of the day or night. My job is to be with you from the moment you need additional support until the moment you are comfortable in the maternity suite, or your bed at home.
Postpartum Visits
You will receive 2 of these. The first one is the day after baby is born, the second one is one week after birth. In these visits we will give emotional support as well as lactation support. During these visits we will also determine if you need any additional support from the wellness or birth work community.