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What is a doula?
A doula is a non-medical professional there to support the
mother, partner, and family as they prepare for the birth of their new family member. During labor, a doula participates by
giving the mom the support needed to have the best possible birthing experience.
Having a doula can help reduce the stress levels during birth. A
doula helps mom find the confidence within her to do what comes naturally.
A doula never performs medical services or gives medical advice.
A doula encourages communication between the mother’s caregiver (midwife or obgyn).
Why have a doula?
- A doula works with mom and partner to help them create a personal birthing plan.
- A doula has a unique understanding of the mothers physiology
and emotional needs during in labor.
- Stays with mom during the entire labor
- Works to encourage open communication between expecting
parents, obgyn or midwife.
Doula Services
- One initial visit, free of charge. This is the time for mom
and partner to see if I am a good fit.
- 2 prenatal visits (They can both be with the doctor or midwife
or mom can have one at home and one with caregiver)
- 4 weeks prior to birth, I am available to mom to help set
up the baby's area. This will help me to know where things are if there is a home birth.
- 24/7 on call 2 weeks before the birth (I am also available
if there is an early delivery)
- I stay with you for the labor and delivery and 2 hours after
birth or until you are comfortable breastfeeding.
- 2 weeks postnatal visit to talk about the birthing experience.
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Mother's Helper
After the baby's
birth, mommy might find the need for an extra pair of hands to assist with day-to-day activities while in the process
of healing. I provide the following services...
- Preparing light vegetarian meals
- Light cleaning
- Light laundry service
- Assistance with older children
- Emotional support as mom and family adjust to the
new addition
Teen
Pregnancy Doula Services & Parenting Classes
I offer free services for teens who are expecting. The
goal is to provide support for the teens while discouraging future pregnancies. Any teens in my program will have to obligate
themselves to the following:
1.
Volunteer 2 hours a week for 4 weeks in my daycare.
2.
Attend my parenting class
3.
Create a parenting plan with their parents and father of the baby (if the situation permits)
Email Ogechi
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