Doula Services
As your Doula I am a non-medical professional who will support you and your partner during your experiences of pregnancy, birth and the early times of new parenthood.
I can be available for as often or as little as you need me- my job is to empower you.
What you want matters! I will not judge you, influence you or tell you what to do-but I WILL provide continuity of support, information and education- as well as a listening ear, practical assistance, help and knowledge of where to signpost you if you need any additional support at any time.
Depending on YOUR INDIVIDUAL needs, I can be your support during pregnancy, at the birth, after the birth and during the first weeks of early parenthood.
Please reach out to me with any questions via the contact page.
Below are some of the options and packages I offer.
1.
Up to one hour free, no obligation meeting. This is an opportunity to discuss your individual expectations and wishes for your journey through pregnancy, birth and into parenthood-as well as learning about me, my experience, and what I can offer you as your Doula. Every pregnant person is unique, so I tailor my services to meet your individual requirements.
Contact me to book in.
2.
ANTENATAL DOULA ONLY – This may be different for each individual but can include the following. Note; This doesn’t include Birth but you can always change your mind depending on my availability.
- Antenatal education - understanding pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period
- Help with Birth Preferences
- Hypnobirthing techniques-mini training offered
- Yoga for Birthing, preparations, positions and breathing techniques
- Comfort measures for your partner to help you with in Labour
- Assistance to enable your birth partner to be confident in their role during pregnancy, the birth and into parenthood.
- Supportive listening and signposting to additional services
200 Dirhams per Hour, minimum 2 hours per visit.
For more information and to book in, contact me.
3.
BIRTH DOULA - Because I am aware of and committed to the value of continuity of support , I will only accept ONE birth per month so I can be available for your birth as a priority.
In the unlikely event of my inability to be present, back up Doula support can be arranged at no extra cost. You would have the opportunity to meet my back up doula earlier in pregnancy .
Every persons’ needs are different, but here are options that I offer.
DURING PREGNANCY- up to 4 Antenatal visits (can be flexible, providing more if required)
- To get to know your requirements and wishes and expectations
- Discuss previous birth experiences and /or understanding about birth
- Discuss options for birthing; assist with birth preference planning
- Education about birth and what to expect afterwards
- Signposting you to any additional services or information which may be of help
- Evidence based information, literature, films, books to help you make informed choices
- Discussion on how I can support you in labour, birth and afterwards
- Learning comfort measures, breathing techniques and pain relief for labour
- The role of your chosen birth partner and signposting them to relevant resources
- Email, phone and TXT support during pregnancy
- Accompanying you to Antenatal appointments if required
- On call for you 24/7 from 38 weeks until your baby’s birth (can be flexible)
DURING BIRTH
- Continuous support either in person, virtually or via phone for you and your birth partner from as early as you need me in labour. I will protect your space, help you to advocate for yourself, help with comfort measures, massage, practical measures and give you space to feel in control of your experience.
- I will be there as fully and completely as you need me-I am there to empower you but not to take over-this is your birth!
AFTER THE BIRTH
- Support with baby’s first feed and I’ll stay with you until you are settled with baby
- Post- natal debrief when you feel ready
- If additional post-natal assistance is needed, this can be provided as an additional post-natal package
Pricing on a sliding scale based in individual needs, as a guide - between 900 and 1,200 UK Pounds
For more information about this package, contact me.
4.
POST-NATAL PACKAGE
“The moment a baby is born, the mother also is born”
Services will depend on your individual needs but could include the following:
- Help with learning baby care, bathing, feeding nappy changes, calming baby, baby wearing etc
- Practical support-eg caring for baby/other children so you can rest /take a shower etc
- Light housework/shopping/cooking to enable you to be with your baby
- Signposting you to additional support if required
- Debriefing
- Holding a safe space for you to become independent, empowered and confident as a parent
28 UK Pounds per Hour, minimum 2 hours per visit.
For more information and pricing for this package, contact me.
5.
COMPLETE PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND BEYOND WELLNESS AND PREPARATION PACKAGE
Because I am aware of and committed to the value of continuity of support , I will only accept ONE birth per month so I can be available for your birth as a priority.
In the unlikely event of my inability to be present, back up Doula support can be arranged at no extra cost. You would have the opportunity to meet my back up doula earlier in pregnancy.
- Initial free no obligation meeting
- Package will be Unique to your needs and suitable for EVERY BIRTHING PERSON
- Can include the following:
- Complete antenatal, Birthing and Postnatal Doula support as described in the previous Doula services above. I offer experienced and expert practical, emotional and educational support throughout for as long as you need it or up to 3 months after the Birth.
- Hypnobirthing course and associated books and Mp3s
- Continuity of support person
- Pregnancy and post-natal Yoga
- Infant feeding support
Package and pricing is tailored to your unique individual needs, as a guideline - between 1,200- 1,800 UK Pounds
Contact me for more information and to book in your free initial meeting.
