Pregnancy & Birth Support

Pregnancy & Birth Support

Everyone involved in your experience plays a different role, as such I never take the place of your partner or other members in your support team, but work alongside them – drawing close for support and stepping back to allow space when appropriate.  I will offer ideas and guidance as we have discussed together in our prenatal sessions; I will listen to you and work hard to help you feel safe and respected throughout; I will remind you of your intentions; help you to ask questions; and fully support any decisions you make along the way.  I am also there to encourage and support your partner so they can continue to support you well. Once your baby is in your arms, I will remain with you for 2-3 hours to help support initial skin to skin time and your baby’s first feed, and to make sure that you are feeling comfortable and ready to settle in together as a new family.

Get in touch to discuss your individual needs.

Package Inclusions

Initial Complimentary Consultation

An opportunity for us to meet, ask questions before you confirm your booking.

Pre-Natal

Up to 5 Prenatal sessions – This time together allows us to get to know each other better, clarify what your support needs are; create a plan for your birth intentions; practise techniques together; and develop a relationship of comfort and trust. These sessions usually take place in your home.

Birth

On-call birth support (from 38 weeks), and attendance throughout your labour and birth. I stay with you until your baby is born and you are feeling settled afterwards.

Post-Natal

Up to 3 Postnatal visits – To debrief the birth experience, work through any questions or concerns you may have; link you in with extra resources and supports where appropriate. I can also offer a brief introduction to massaging your baby with tips for settling and observing your baby’s cues.

Resources

  • Ongoing phone and email support as needed throughout your pregnancy and the early postnatal period
  • On-call birth support from 38 weeks until your baby is born
  • Attendance at your birth in your chosen location
  • Access to library of books and resources
  • Travel up to 30 km’s and admin costs
  • Experienced back-up doula support if I am unable to attend your birth

 

Please note: Pregnancy & Birth Support packages, Parenting packages, BRM Preparation packages and Baby Massage packages can be purchased individually or bundled together.

Doula support is a great idea for family and friends looking to gift you something to celebrate and support you through your pregnancy and the birth of your baby and family unit.

Pregnancy & Birth Support Packages

ESSENTIAL

Suitable as a refresher for a following birth and for last minute bookings when time is very limited.

– 1 x Prenatal session
– Birth Pathways session
– Labour/Birth attendance
– 1 x Postnatal debrief

CLASSIC 

Get to know each other better, set the scene for your labour, practise techniques together, create a birth map, and talk through the early days post birth.

– 2 x Prenatal sessions
– Birth Pathways session
– Labour/Birth attendance
– 2 x Postnatal visits

PREMIUM

Ideal for first time parents, or where extra support to process a previous birth is desired.   Regular visits and opportunities to work more deeply together through discussion and hands on techniques to prepare for birth and parenting… & honour your journey to finish our time together.

– 4 x Prenatal sessions
– Birth Pathways session
– Labour/Birth attendance
– 3 x Postnatal visits
– Birth Reflections + Closing

BRM™ Body Balancing & Assessment

Individually tailored sessions to help you create more balance and comfort in pregnancy; encourage greater ease and efficiency in labour; and to assist your amazing postpartum body in it’s recovery.  Great addition to any of the birth packages to level up your support.

– ‘Body Ready Method’ principles.
– 4 visits including an initial assessment to establish your current movement patterns, potential limitations and goals + follow up body balancing sessions through pregnancy and post birth using specific tools and exercises to support your journey.

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