Question 1

What is a doula?

Accepted Answer

There are several kinds of doulas;
*A birth doula is a person trained to assist the birthing person and family with
advice, resources and support during labor and delivery.
*A postpartum doula is a person trained in postpartum recovery and newborn care
and can assist in first few months at home while life adjusts to a new baby.
*A sibling doula is a person trained in helping older children adjust to their new role
as the bigger sibling.
*An end-of-life doula is a person trained in bereavement and can support families
through a loss.

Question 2

I just found out I'm pregnant, when do I need to contact you?"

Accepted Answer

Congratulations on your pregnancy! I typically book 3-4 months in advance and take
a maximum of 4 clients per month to ensure flexibility in my calendar. My scheduled
time is first come-first served and a deposit is required to hold space on my
calendar.

Question 3

How does this work?

Accepted Answer

The process is simple! After a complimentary chat on the phone, and an in-person
interview to make sure we are a great fit, we can move forward with an agreement
and save space on my calendar for your due date. I offer 4-hour day-time shifts and
extended hour overnight shifts to accommodate those first few months at home. As
long as my availability permits, my blocks are flexible so that I can provide you with
care convenient to your schedule. Once a shift begins, I start by asking you what is
most important to you to accomplish, and we prioritize those items. Most times, it’s
sleep and sometimes it’s starting the mounting laundry or talking through your
birth experience and sometimes it’s reorganizing a nursery to make it more
functional. Either way, during my shift, I try to provide you with the support needed
to get through each day feeling empowered and helping you establish your new normal.

Question 4

Can you teach me to wear my baby?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! I can even teach you how to NURSE while you wear your baby! Baby
wearing is something I offer to any family that I am working with, but if you would
like to set up and private in-home baby wearing session, I am available for baby
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Question 5

What are your rates?

Accepted Answer

My rates range for the number of service hours provided and times of each shift. My
day-time regular rate is $35/hr for contracts under 100 hours. My evening or
overnight rate begins at 10pm and starts at $40/hr. Please view my services and
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Question 6

Can you sleep train my baby?

Accepted Answer

No. While there are ways I can help you learn your baby’s sleepy cues and teach you
how and when they *should* be sleeping, my time in your home is the newborn
phase and “sleep training” at that age is not something recommended. What I can
offer, is help with overnight care and allowing the parents to rest while knowing
your baby is in great hands.

Question 7

What happens if you are sick or cannot make it to a scheduled shift?

Accepted Answer

This situation is rare, but emergencies do happen. If there is a time that I am unable
to come to an agreed shift, I can either reschedule the shift OR I can find you a
suitable back up doula.

Question 8

Are you a lactation consultant?

Accepted Answer

In Spring 2020, I will be a Certified Lactation Counselor.

Question 9

Is there anything you DON'T do?

Accepted Answer

The list is short!

I am not a medical professional; therefore I cannot provide you with any medicine,
medical advice or look at incisions or stitches. I can however, address your concerns
by getting you in touch with the proper professionals. Due to insurance, I cannot
drive you or any family members anywhere.