Birth Doula Support
Pregnancy, labour, birth and the early days of parenthood can be very overwhelming. A Birth Doula is there by your side during all of these beautiful, and sometimes tough, stages. Rhian and Jane offer emotional, informational and physical support for expecting families. They become your first point of contact for all of your questions or concerns. No more waiting until your next prenatal appointment to get answers and reassurance.
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Our Birth Doula service includes continuous support thorough out your pregnancy, one or two prenatal visits, hands on labour and birth support, breastfeeding support and education, one or two postnatal home visit(s) and an additional 6 weeks of virtual support.
Need more support? Take a look below for postpartum support.
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Postpartum Doula Support
Postpartum services can take many different shapes. The idea is to support the new family as a whole. Here are some of the tasks that we can do:
Caring for the infant so parents can sleep.
Infant care education
Bathing your infant for the first time.
Breastfeeding support.
Light housework.
Prepping meals.
Help to integrate an older sibling..
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The difference between a Postpartum Doula and a Nanny is a Nanny takes care of the baby while a Postpartum Doula takes care of the parents so they are nourished, rested and supported.
*See below for available packages.
Breastfeeding Counselling
Breastfeeding is a gift for your baby, for yourself and for the earth. It is not always easy but is always worth it.
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With the right support and knowledge everyone can have the chance to have a successful breastfeeding journey.
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As breastfeeding counsellors we offer support in positioning and getting a proper latch, building and maintaining your milk supply, sore nipples or painful feeds, hand expressing, pumping plus so much more.
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Having the support from a breastfeeding counsellor from day one can help to prevent breastfeeding complications.
Packages & Prices
All services include a complimentary meet and greet to ensure we are the right fit for your family and your needs.
Birth Doula Support
Our prenatal and birth support includes one or two prenatal visits where we inform and educate you on stages of labour, pain management techniques, birth options, preparing your birth plan and so much more. We are available 24/7 during your pregnancy for informational support and reassurance. During your labour and birth, one of us will be by your side whether you have chosen a home or hospital birth. We stay with you after the birth and assist in feedings and answer any questions you might have. We than offer one or two postpartum visits at your home and 6 weeks of virtual support.
Cost $1300
For extra postpartum support please see our Postpartum Doula packages.
Postpartum Doula Support
Available Packages
The Starter Package
Fifteen hours over one week once parents return home with the newest addition. 7:30am to 11:30am
Monday through Friday
$750
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The Middle Package
Thirty hours over two weeks once parents return home with the newest addition
7:30am to 11:30am
Monday through Friday
$1350
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The Ultimate Package
Fifty hours per week over four weeks once parents return home with the newest addition
7:30am to 11:30am
Monday through Friday
$2400
A 50% deposit at the time of booking and full payment required upon commencement.
All packages can be customized to fit your needs.
Overnight packages are also available.
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Breastfeeding Counselling
Rhian and Jane offer free virtual support to anyone, anywhere. This support is either over the phone, text, video chat and/or email. We always want families to feel confident and supported during their breastfeeding journey. Many breastfeeding concerns can be resolved by just a phone chat.
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If we feel you need more physical, hands on support we are available for a home or hospital visit at $50/hr.
Prenatal Birth Planning Session
Our birth planning session is a 2 hour home visit where either Rhian or Jane will help you gain more knowledge and understanding on choices you have during birth and what your main preferences are to increase your chances of having a positive birth experience. This is a information packed couple of hours that will leave you feel more confident and prepared for your labour and birth.
Cost $150