Services Overview

Prenatal

As a doula, I am in contact through your pregnancy and then we meet for an in-depth prenatal meeting near 32-36 weeks. This time together will cover your questions, stages of labor review, and your birth preferences.

Prenatally, I offer handouts, resources, and you are more than welcome to take my Birth Ed class. It’s very common for me to introduce you to all my favorite people who can also support you (fascia release/ Chiro/massage, acupuncture, lactation, placenta encapsulation, family doctor, and more).

During Labor

In early labor, I often offer reminders and suggestions via phone. When active labor begins, we find the right time for me to arrive. I offer continual, comforting techniques for labor and birth, working to maintain a peaceful birth environment. This may include massage, essential oils, heat packs, candles, music, honey sticks, and Spinning Babies movement. Continual support is provided until after baby is born, ensuring immediate postpartum care and help with baby’s first feeding.

I have taken a Birth Photogrpahy course ** photos are included as part of my services (as allowed)

Postnatal Follow-Up

We process the birth together, discuss newborn care, address any newborn feeding issues, and I provide additional postpartum resources, if needed. This can be via phone, FaceTime, or in-person.

Labor timeline given, if noted during labor.

I stay in touch and I have many repeat families I serve!

Fees

Your investment is $2,200. Payment schedule: $1100 is paid as a deposit upon agreement. The remaining $1100 is due by 36 weeks.

This can also be paid in multiple, smaller payments. Additional fee- if outside of my range, such as downtown Chicago or Wisconsin.

Insurance Reimbursement: Families with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), FSA (Flex Spending Accounts), or Health Care Sharing (such as Samaritains Ministires) will be happy to know that many programs will reimburse for birth doulas. Check with your program for details. I have had many families utilize these benefits without issue. If you need a Birth Doula receipt of service, I’m happy to send upon request.

Some insurance companies have reimbursed for Birth Doula services. Contact your Insurance company for more information. I do not have an NPI provider number at this time; however, I can provide a sample letter to your insurance company upon request. It is not common for insurance companies to agree to reimburse and it can be a long process. Asking can also brings awareness, and I encourage you to try.