Original Birth
"If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it."
~John H. Kennell, M.D.
~John H. Kennell, M.D.
"$13 to $20 billion a year could be saved in health care costs by demedicalizing childbirth, developing midwifery, and encouraging breastfeeding."
— Frank Oski, MD
— Frank Oski, MD
Birth Doula Services
Birth Doula Package Includes:
Initial Interview
I believe that every woman deserves control over her birth experience. What that experience will be is different for each woman and if I cannot help provide that, I will help you find someone who can. This is a no obligation meeting and is a time for us to talk about what your vision is for your birth and how I might best be able to help you achieve that vision. We will go over the contract and discuss my fees at this time.
Unlimited Phone Calls and Emails
I am available throughout your pregnancy to answer questions or just talk.
Prenatal Visits
I will provide 2 prenatal visits. They are individualized to meet your needs and your schedule.
24 Hour On Call Availability
I am available 24/7 during your on-call time, which starts two weeks before your due date and continues until you go into labor.
Labor Support
I am with you continuously throughout your labor and birth.
Initial Postpartum
After the birth of your new bundle of joy, I will stay for up to 2 hours postpartum. I will help with initial breastfeeding, baby care, and help mom and dad get comfortable.
Postpartum Visits
I will usually make the first visit in the hospital the next day to help with any breastfeeding concerns. The second visit will be at your home 1-2 weeks later. However, I'm available by phone for breastfeeding support anytime.
Your investment in Birth Doula services is $800 and includes all of the above components. I require a deposit at the time of booking and the balance is due four weeks before your due date. I think everyone should be able to have a doula, therefore I have payment options available. If this is more than you think you need, scroll down to check out the option of having a birth preparation consultation. If you hire me for a consultation and then decide to upgrade to the birth doula package, any money you have paid for the consultations, up to $125, will be applied toward the doula fee.
Birth Pool Rental
I have a birth pool available to rent for those who are having a home birth. You do not need to be a client of mine to rent it. However, clients get a 10% discount. Rental fee is $65. Please email or call for rental information.
2009 Babies!
2008 Babies!
Initial Interview
I believe that every woman deserves control over her birth experience. What that experience will be is different for each woman and if I cannot help provide that, I will help you find someone who can. This is a no obligation meeting and is a time for us to talk about what your vision is for your birth and how I might best be able to help you achieve that vision. We will go over the contract and discuss my fees at this time.
Unlimited Phone Calls and Emails
I am available throughout your pregnancy to answer questions or just talk.
Prenatal Visits
I will provide 2 prenatal visits. They are individualized to meet your needs and your schedule.
24 Hour On Call Availability
I am available 24/7 during your on-call time, which starts two weeks before your due date and continues until you go into labor.
Labor Support
I am with you continuously throughout your labor and birth.
Initial Postpartum
After the birth of your new bundle of joy, I will stay for up to 2 hours postpartum. I will help with initial breastfeeding, baby care, and help mom and dad get comfortable.
Postpartum Visits
I will usually make the first visit in the hospital the next day to help with any breastfeeding concerns. The second visit will be at your home 1-2 weeks later. However, I'm available by phone for breastfeeding support anytime.
Your investment in Birth Doula services is $800 and includes all of the above components. I require a deposit at the time of booking and the balance is due four weeks before your due date. I think everyone should be able to have a doula, therefore I have payment options available. If this is more than you think you need, scroll down to check out the option of having a birth preparation consultation. If you hire me for a consultation and then decide to upgrade to the birth doula package, any money you have paid for the consultations, up to $125, will be applied toward the doula fee.
Birth Pool Rental
I have a birth pool available to rent for those who are having a home birth. You do not need to be a client of mine to rent it. However, clients get a 10% discount. Rental fee is $65. Please email or call for rental information.
2009 Babies!
2008 Babies!
"Rain, after all is only rain; it is not bad weather. So also, pain is only pain; unless we resist it, then it becomes torment."
~I Ching
~I Ching
"Sara made the whole experience much more positive and much less exhausting with her constant enthusiasm and support." ~Greg, father of Given, born 7-6-08
What is a doula? Click here to find out.
"There is no way out of the experience except through it, because it is not really your experience at all but the baby's. Your body is the child's instrument of birth."
~Penelope Leach
~Penelope Leach
Birth Preparation Consultations
Private one on one session with a certified birth doula to discuss how to build a birth plan, what to include and how to discuss the plan with your care provider.
We’ll cover your unique labor and delivery needs: Plans for pain management and the options available to you, stages of labor and what to expect, common procedures and when and why they’re preformed. We’ll also discuss choices in childbirth and how to make an informed decision, everything from inductions to VBAC’s to newborn vaccinations and homebirth and all that lie in between.
I provide an abundance of information on the pros vs cons, risks vs benefits of the choices available in childbirth so families have the resources to make informed decisions before during and after their births.
This time is intended for families who may not want a doula in their labor room, but want all the benefits of a doula's knowledge. This time is not intended to replace a traditional childbirth education course, but rather be an extension and customization of what you learned.
Newly pregnant moms and partners are encouraged to use this service to explore the options available to them so they can make informed choices throughout their pregnancy.
My aim is to provide fact based information so that all families can feel empowered to have an emotionally satisfying birth experience. Partner is strongly encouraged to participate.
Clients will have full email and phone availability until the birth of their baby for any further questions or concerns they need to discuss.
For fee information click here.
We’ll cover your unique labor and delivery needs: Plans for pain management and the options available to you, stages of labor and what to expect, common procedures and when and why they’re preformed. We’ll also discuss choices in childbirth and how to make an informed decision, everything from inductions to VBAC’s to newborn vaccinations and homebirth and all that lie in between.
I provide an abundance of information on the pros vs cons, risks vs benefits of the choices available in childbirth so families have the resources to make informed decisions before during and after their births.
This time is intended for families who may not want a doula in their labor room, but want all the benefits of a doula's knowledge. This time is not intended to replace a traditional childbirth education course, but rather be an extension and customization of what you learned.
Newly pregnant moms and partners are encouraged to use this service to explore the options available to them so they can make informed choices throughout their pregnancy.
My aim is to provide fact based information so that all families can feel empowered to have an emotionally satisfying birth experience. Partner is strongly encouraged to participate.
Clients will have full email and phone availability until the birth of their baby for any further questions or concerns they need to discuss.
For fee information click here.
Original Birth
Phone: (503) 312-1169
Email: sara@originalbirth.org