Doula/Birth Coach by Gail Laurence, L.M.T., C.N.M.T., CD(DONA)
What is a doula?
The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.
Studies have shown that when doulas attend birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier and they breastfeed more easily.
A Birth Doula
Recognizes birth as a key experience the mother will remember all her life
Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor
Assists the woman in preparing for and carrying out her plans for birth
Stays with the woman throughout the labor
Provides emotional support, physical comfort measures and an objective viewpoint, as well as helping the woman get the information she needs to make informed decision
Facilitates communication between the laboring woman, her partner and her clinical care providers
Perceives her role as nurturing and protecting the woman's memory of the birth experience
Allows the woman's partner to participate at his/her comfort level
A birth doula certified by DONA International is designated by the initials CD(DONA). ~www.dona.org
Doula services no massage$450
Doula services$800
This fee includes the three months prior to your due date as well as a 2 week postpartum visit, 3 prenatal massages or CranioSacral sessions.
Full service Doula $1200
This fee includes the 6 months prior to your due date and a 2 week postpartum visit, twice monthly coaching/visits, 5 prenatal massages or CranioSacral sessions and flexibility.
Vitality Massage Therapy by Gail Laurence, L.M.T., C.N.M.T., CD(DONA)