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Do you stay for the entire labor process?
-Yes! Unlike a midwife or doctor doulas
are present for the entire pre-labor, labor and a few hours after birth.
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Do you have any time limit if I have a long birth?
-No! As soon as pre labor starts at home I am on my way and will be there for a few hours after birth; no matter how long it takes.
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Do you help with at home births only?
-No. Whatever mama wants mama gets. At home births with a doula and mid wife is a beautiful experience. But, we can make the experience just as beautiful in a hospital or birth center.
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Is it covered by insurance?
-Yes. Some birth doulas are covered by insurance if you go through a hospital or birth center to find one. If you find a private doula (like myself) it could possibly not be covered but I offer payment plans!
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Do you have a particular style in your business?
-I am a very natural and holistic person in my business. Some would say I am 'mother like' in the moment.
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What coping techniques do you find most helpful during labor?
-Water therapy I found to be the best natural pain relief. I also find changing positions with acupressure very important.
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What is your philosophy about birth?
-I think the most important thing to remember is that it is the birthing person's choice. Birth setting, medical intervention, support system are all things that they should know can be their choice!
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~ postpartum ~
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What Postpartum services do you provide?
-I do both day and night shifts so each would be different and discussed further but overall helping with breast/bottle feeding, changing clothes/diapers, laundry, cooking, cleaning, and making sure everyone sleeps when possible!
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Do you have a backup doula?
-Yes I do! I have multiple and make sure not to over schedule to try and avoid problems!
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How does scheduling work? Is there a minimum of hours?
-All of this is in crazy detail in contracts and initial visits but there is a minimum of hours which is included in the price discussed and I can always extend a contract
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Do you have experience in body feeding?
-I do, I have taken multiple courses and continue to stay up to date on any new classes and I have many tips and tricks to share with you!
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How involved are you after birth?
-As involved as you want. I normally contract for 5-7 weeks and could come anywhere from 2-5 days a week!
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Is your CPR and immunizations all up to date?
-I am! I recently renewed my CPR credentials and I'm immunized with everything.
Do you have references we can talk to?
-Yes I have references about myself and also recommendations for doctors, chiropractor, massage therapist, etc.
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*updating frequently!