Doula & Childbirth Education

• A Midwife is a medically trained professional that normally has a degree in nursing (CNM) or professional midwifery (CPM), though some take a more traditional route of apprenticeships. Midwives have a holistic approach to the birth atmosphere and respect it for the normal physiological process that it is. Midwives are trained in medical assessment and procedures such as vital signs, fetal wellbeing, internal checks..etc. Midwives are in charge of safe medical outcomes for mother and baby.
• Doulas are NON medical. Doulas solely focus on how to improve the wellbeing of mothers before, during and after labor. Doulas are a constant comfort and resource for mothers and families. Doulas are in charge of supporting and nurturing the general wellbeing of mothers.

• Doulas provide unbiased support, education and resources. Doulas are trained in support specific to the childbearing situation such as birth and postpartum. Doulas know the importance of flow and establishing a birth ritual and have knowledge to the variety of options available during the birth process. Having a doula relieves stress from the other units of support (partner/friend/family) and allows them to focus on other aspects of mothers needs. A doula provides an extra hand and tends to external stressors so a birth team can function to its fullest.

NO! A major role of a Doula is to fit in and support all kinds of birth environments regardless of location. Personally I have found  the need for a doula to be more useful in the hospital setting where consistency is not a given. In a homebirth you are surrounded by your own space, smells and comforts. In the hospital a doula can help create a comfortable space and keep you connected to the moment in a busy environment. This does not mean doulas are not useful in the homebirth environment where an extra trained hand is always welcome.

For full layout of fees and services provided check out each service page. Never let finances get in the way of your support- reach out regardless and I am happy to work with you. 

Quick look:

• Birth Doula Service: $950 Prime Package/$600 Basic Package
• Postpartum Fee: $30 an hour
• Childbirth Education: $150 a couple- Group Rate
  • $200 – Private Rate
• Virtual Doula: $80 -$225
• Virtual Postpartum Fee: $80
• Virtual Education: $200 (year long membership)

I have a radius of 45 miles from York County Maine. I travel roughly up to an hour in any direction. I attend births in ME, NH and parts of MA.