My Doula Philosophy–
My personal philosophy surrounding the birthing and postpartum experience is to support and encourage whatever your philosophy is. There is no right way to give birth or be a parent, there is only the way that feels right for you and your partner. I stand behind ALL parents to assist them in having a positive and healthy pregnancy and transition into parenting, in whatever way they need.
My doula work relies on evidence based information complimented by holistic approaches that focus on the health of the body, mind and soul. Studies show that when a parent is supported in pregnancy, labor & postpartum - they are at lower risk for medical and mental health complications, they are safer from excessive medical intervention during labor and are statistically less susceptible to Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders which affect over 20% of Americans on average.
Because I am a mother of three kids with three vastly different personal birth experiences, I know how important it is to respect each families choice that suits them best. I strive to be an unconditional support person that doesn't replace your partner if you have one, but who complements your union and supports your partnership through such an important and sacred period in our lives. I ultimately believe that genuine respect, guidance and comfort through nurturing and supporting parents no matter where they are on their journey can and will change the world. When children are born to families who feel whole and positive, those children are in a more whole and positive home as they grow, leaving the outside world they come into contact with, more whole and positive.
Doula support with me looks like:
Phone & Email Access
I offer support over the phone and through email. Once you hire me, I am there for you to help provide information, encouragement and comfort. I am here to go over your questions, thoughts and concerns so you feel consistently heard and supported.
Preparation & Education
As an experienced doula with many different areas of training and specialty, I combine all of these for a holistic and evidence based program for parenting education. Intentional Preparations spans fertility to postpartum with in depth information to support your unique path as a family. The education style is one of self discovery - to learn about your parenting ideals and goals through ourselves. Group classes, BnB retreats and virtual classes available!
Community Referrals
Assisting you in identifying issues and outsourcing to any specialists needed.
heirloom photography packages
As an additional service, I provide photography and offer beautiful and timeless edited captures from your family’s sacred experience. Offering maternity, birth, newborn & family - allows you to secure a years worth of heirloom quality photographs to preserve for years to come.
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birth doula support
Birth support includes 2 prenatal visits to create an ideal birth vision for you and your partner in which we use practical tools and information to facilitate. These meetings are the perfect time to ask any and all questions, process fears and anxieties and figure out what you both want out of the birth experience. I am present with you from onset of labor til 90 minutes post birth to keep you as calm & comfortable as possible.
other reproductive experiences
If you have experienced a loss, or have undergone a medical termination of pregnancy, have went through the adoption process or completed a surrogacy journey, I believe all of these experiences deserve tenderness and care. Please reach out to create a support option that works for your unique & valid experience.
Postpartum support
Postpartum packages vary and are uniquely designed to fit your families specific needs in the special time after you give birth. Postpartum services include meal planning, cooking, light cleaning, help with siblings, sleep support, lactation support, emotional processing support & tons more.
As your Doula, I Do:
Get to know what your ideal birth & postpartum experience looks like through a consultation and prenatal appointments.
Keep appropriate members of your family aware of your wishes.
Work to facilitate those wishes with my trainings and experience as a doula and mother.
Act as an advocate for your choices and provide guidance, options, and explanations if there changes required during your pregnancy or postpartum period.
As your Doula, I Do Not:
Perform any clinical tasks.
Make decisions for you.
Speak to the staff on your behalf.
Project any of my own beliefs onto your experience.
“Alex skillfully helped us with a 17 week miscarriage in the hospital and also a successful homebirth. Calm and easy to talk to, Alex is devoted to listening to moms and supporting the best experience for the whole family. Highly recommend!
–Laura
“Alex is amazing at what she does. I was unsure if I wanted/needed a Doula with my first pregnancy and delivery. She is so incredibly knowledgeable about all things birth and baby related and will go out of the way to do extra research on anything that comes up. She helped me through emotional and stressful times leading up to my daughter birth. She was [an] irreplaceable part of my support team.“
–Aubra
“Alex is an amazing Doula. I wasn't a hundred percent sure that I needed a doula originally. After meeting with Alex for the first time, I knew she had to be a part of our birth team. She is amazingly supportive, not only during larbor, but throughout pregnancy and post partum. I could not have had as successful of a homebirth without her presence.”
–Lindsay
Birth Doula Support –
$1500 w/ tax
- TWO PRENATAL MEETINGS TO CREATE AN IDEAL BIRTH VISION, LEARN ABOUT THE PROCESS AND COPE WITH FEARS AND ANXIETIES SURROUNDING BIRTH
- INFORMATIONAL AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT VIA PHONE/EMAIL 24/7
- ON CALL TIME FROM 38-42 WEEKS
- SUPPORT FROM ONSET OF LABOR THROUGH PAIN MANAGEMENT, EMOTIONAL ENCOURAGEMENT AND AFFIRMATIONS, UNTIL AROUND 90 MINUTES POSTPARTUM
- INFANT CARE SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE
+ Birth Photography $3000 w/tax
POSTPARTUM PACKAGES AND SERVICES
The Empress $2000
- PRE BIRTH PREPARATORY MEETING (90 MINS.)
-ON CALL INFORMATIONAL AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
- 40 HOURS OF IN HOME SUPPORT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: DAY 1 VISIT FOR COOKING AND NURSING SUPPORT, 2 WEEK VISIT FOR CHECK IN AND PROCESSING, OVERNIGHT SUPPORT, 4 WEEK VISIT FOR CHECK IN AND PROCESSING, FOR USE WITHIN 60 DAYS AS NEEDED
The High Priestess $1300
-PRE BIRTH PREPARATORY MEETING (90 MINS.)
-ON CALL INFORMATIONAL AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
-20 HOURS OF IN HOME SUPPORT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: DAY 1 VISIT FOR COOKING AND NURSING SUPPORT, 2 WEEK VISIT FOR CHECK IN AND PROCESSING, OVERNIGHT SUPPORT, 4 WEEK VISIT FOR CHECK IN AND PROCESSING, FOR USE WITHIN 60 DAYS AS NEEDED
*Payment plans available. Every family deserves support regardless of financial situation.
ADD ON SERVICES
FRESH 48/LIFESTYLE/MATERNITY SESSIONS STARTING AT $500
BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHY: $2000
PRINT PACKAGE STANDARD
High quality and easy to purchase print package covering all the basics. Four 4x6 lustre prints, two 8x10 prints and a gorgeous 8x8 wood print, and a digital release of all your images.
PRINT PACKAGE DELUXE
Deluxe Package includes four 4x6 prints, two 5x7 prints, an 8x8 gallery framed print with ashland gray frame and white mat, and a gorgeous photo wrapped 16x16 canvas print that are guaranteed delivery and look at the highest quality. This package also includes a digital release of every image in your gallery for downloading and sharing. This package is a great buy for that one purchase that will last.
POSTPARTUM PLANNING VISIT– $175*
Need guidance and have questions but don't need a postpartum doula?
I offer a single 120 minute session offering my skills and expertise to answer questions, give you resources and create an ideal post birth plan. I will work with you to process fears and have you feeling more prepared emotionally and physically for the big journey ahead. Use the tools gained from this meeting as a map and strengthening tool.
