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Childbirth Education
Group Classes: $250.00 per couple || $125.00 per single parent 
Private Classes: $275.00 for whole course

* It is strongly encouraged that you bring someone to the class with you who will be with you when you give birth.* 
Doula Clients get 50% off on group and private classes!

I offer both group classes and private classes. Both go over the same material and are the same length, however group classes have more participants versus private classes would just be you, your partner or birth companion (if applicable) and I. During group classes we will meet once a week for 4 weeks. Location of group classes are subject to change since I unfortunately do not own my own space. Private classes will occur either over zoom or in person at your home, times and dates that we meet can be flexible. Childbirth Education is a great way to prepare for birth and this class is based off of Lamaze's 6 healthy birth practices. My course integrates visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles. I will always have a presentation behind me as I talk to you all about what is up there, and I will integrate activities that you can join in on to get real life practice before your baby is born. Read more about deposits, payment plans and reductions in the "payments and contracts" portion of this page. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

 

Topics covered in the classes:

  • Lamaze's six healthy birth practices

  • Anatomical and physiological process of birth 

  • Hormones and their role in the labor process 

  • Medical interventions 

  • Pain relief options 

  • Comfort measures and coping techniques 

  • Advocacy

  • Positions during labor 

  • Birth plans 

  • Breastfeeding 

  • Postpartum healing and success 

  • Baby skills 

  • And more! 

Upcoming Group Class Cohort:

August 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. 12pm - 3pm

Location: 43 Parsons St, Easthampton Ma

 

To see the curriculum

outline click here >

*A $50​.00 deposit is due once registration is filled out to secure your spot in a group class*

Birth Doula Package $1,200.00

 

The birth doula package includes a couple of things, depending on what time we decide to work together during your pregnancy this package includes prenatal visits once a month around 60-90 minutes each leading up to your birth. If we decide to work together farther along in your pregnancy there will be a minimum of 3 prenatal meetings. The birth doula package includes, support during pregnancy, being on call from 38 weeks to 42 weeks, support during later times of early labor and up until birth, presence and support for 1-2 hours after the birth, 1-2 postpartum visits, and even accompanying you to doctor appointments if you feel a need. As well as this support I will be available through text, call, and/or email, continuously through out your pregnancy. With all the crazy new times and learning how to navigate COVID guidelines, be prepared that different facilities may have different rules, and I may not be able to accompany you in person to your birth. However I will be available over phone, zoom, or FaceTime, whatever works best for you. I promise to do everything in my power to prepare you and your partner for birth and feel you have the necessary skills and knowledge to have a positive experience. If you would like to know more but are unsure if you willing to fully commit yet, I offer a free 40 minute meeting for you to ask question and learn more! 

 

Postpartum Visits Will Include : 

  • Reflection of birth experience.

  • Discussing transition to new lifestyle.

  • Discussing how you and baby feel after birth.

  • Basic breast/chest, and/or bottle feeding support 

  • Postpartum mood disorder screening (this is not a diagnosis)

Prenatal Meetings Include Talking About The Following :
 

  • Your hopes for your birth experience.

  • Fears and anxieties you might have around birth.

  • Reflecting on past pregnancies or birth experiences. 

  • Your hopes in hiring a doula.

  • Birth Preferences sheet if desired. (sometimes known as a birth plan) 

  • The physical and anatomical process of childbirth. 

  • Practicing positions to aid in comfort or birth progression. 

  • Coping and comfort techniques.

  • Discuss your ideal birth environment.

  • You and/or your partners needs.

  • How you feel about your health care provider, and place of birth.

  • Any questions or curiosity you might have. 

  • Continues text, call, and online support during pregnancy.

Support During Labor :

  • On call from 38 weeks to 42 weeks (or until birth)

  • Continues text, call, and online support during early labor 

  • Support in later times during early labor 

  • Support during active labor up until birth 

  • Presence and/or support during the first 1-2 hours after the birth 

  • Advocacy if desired (although strongly encouraged that you advocate for yourself, we will discuss in prenatal's) 

  • Photography on your device if desired

Postpartum Doula    

Daytime: $30.00/hr Overnight: $45.00/hr

A postpartum doula is for any families looking for support transitioning at home, whether it's your first baby or third. A postpartum doula can be very helpful in making the transition of having a new baby at home easier. A postpartum doula can help with so much, and help you get the rest you need to heal. Ideally we would schedule 1-3 visits a week on a monthly basis. We will discuss based on you and your families needs, and my availability how many days a week you need help. Some families need more some need less, and thats ok! A typical visit is 4-5 hours, however we will also talk about what you need specifically. If you want postpartum care but not on a monthly basis I do also have separate hourly postpartum work. 

 

Postpartum visits can include of variety of the following : 

  • Newborn care 

    • Helping you or your partner get comfortable diapering, bathing, swaddling, feeding, soothing, etc. ​

    • Taking care of baby if you need/want to rest, shower, eat, etc. 

  • Help with household chores

    • dishes, laundry, light housekeeping, organization of rooms or nursery, errands, walking/feeding pets​

  • Breast/chest/bottle feeding support

    • pumping support​

  • Sibling care 

  • In home preparation of meals

  • Belly binding

  • Moxibustion for birther (soothing Chinese heat treatment) 

  • Screening for postpartum mood disorders (this is not a diagnosis)

  • Accuressure for birther 

  • Discuss/try out options for babywearing 

  • Information about local resources for families 

  • Birth review

Sibling Doula Package $900.00

The sibling doula package is for parents who are looking to get their other children ready for a sibling or looking for someone to accompany their children during a birth. If your worried your children won't adjust well to having a new sibling, a sibling doula is a great option! A sibling doula can help you and your family create a plan to prepare your child for their new sibling! Some things that can be included to prepare your child include, talking about birth in a way a child can understand without sugar coating it, watching birth videos, incorporating family conversations around what may happen during birth, act as a companion to the child during birth, how to be gentle when baby comes, etc. A sibling doula is also a great option for parents who want someone to accompany their children during their birth, this package is best for people having home births, or giving birth at birth centers that allow you to bring your children with you. This package typically includes 4 - 5 60 minute long prenatal's, continues online support through phone or text, being on call from 38 weeks to 42 weeks, and childcare during the time of birth. 

 

Prenatal Meetings Include :

 

  • Making a plan together to help prepare your child for the birth

  • Watching birth videos

  • Explaining the process of childbirth in a kid friendly manner

  • Practicing how to be gentle with baby

  • Discussing plans for birth and childcare options 

  • Preparing your other children to understand that the new baby will need a lot of attention 

Support During Labor :

  • On call from 38 weeks to 42 weeks (or until birth) 

  • Caretaker of other children during birth 

  • Acting as a companion/guide to other children during birth 

  • Supporting other children in whatever way they, or parents need. 

  • Photography on your device if desired

Belly Casting Packadges

Basic Package $75.00

Includes...

  • Belly cast 

    • Trimmed​

    • Sanded

    • Primed 

Ribbon Package $115.00

Includes...

  • Belly cast

    • Trimmed ​

    • Sanded

    • Primed

    • Painted a solid color of your choice

    • Hung with ribbon color of your choice

Canvas Package $175.00

Includes...

  • Belly cast

    • Trimmed​

    • Sanded

    • Primed

    • Painted a solid color of your choice

    • Mounted on gallery canvas

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After: (Ribbon Packadge) 

Payments and Contracts 

At the time of booking a birth package a $200.00 deposit is due. Childbirth Education group classes require a $50.00 deposit at the time of booking to reserve your spot in the class. Rest of payment is due before the first class unless agreed upon a payment plan. For private classes a $100.00 deposit is due at the time of booking, and the rest of the payment is due before the second class unless a payment plan has been agreed upon. This is to help ensure that there is follow through with the booking. These deposits are nonrefundable. However, if you decide to cancel a birth package before 30 weeks the rest of the fee is not due, If you decide to cancel the birth package after 30 weeks, the rest of the payment is still due. There are exceptions for unique circumstances, such as loss. If you would not like a payment plan, the rest of the payment is due by 38 weeks. Payment plans are available for any families that need them. As well as payment reductions for parents under the age of 20, and those who can show proof of enrollment in government assistance programs such as WIC and SNAP. A contract will be given at the time of booking a birth package that both birther and partner(s) must sign. This contract will go over scope of practice, general limitations and liability, and times that payments are due. If you would like a payment plan, a monthly payment is necessary. The amount of that payment is flexible considering your families needs, we will talk about this more in depth during our first meeting. Feel free to reach out with any questions/inquiries!

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