A doula will guide you on your journey to motherhood by being there for you, your partner and family from the start of your labor until your baby arrives and is snuggled safely in your arms. The history of women supporting women in childbirth goes back thousands of years to a time when women knew what to do and the village women gathered to help. This is what a doula does. She is there for you with knowing, understanding, compassion and loyalty. Doula is a Greek word meaning “slave” and as such a doula provides a woman the consistency and continuity of care she craves. A mother to the mother and a handmaid to the family a doula will help preserve your sacred moment of birth.

Doula Services While You’re Pregnant Introductory consultation Prenatal visit in your home Living locally? Coffee, tea, walk in the park when needed Discussion of birth preferences, goals, desires, “birth plan” Open and frequent dialog about emotional & physical aspects of your pregnancy Client confidentiality and loyalty While You’re Laboring Support for the laboring family at home and assistance in determining when to leave for hospital/birth center Comforting touch and emotional support Relaxation and visualization techniques Effective positions for labor and birth, “Optimal Fetal Positioning”
Venus of Willendorf - the Primordial Mother Goddess.	Hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, hypnotherapy Breath Awareness Continuous care through hospital shift changes When Baby Arrives Assistance with initial breastfeeding, “first latch” Help in creating calm transition from labor & delivery into new motherhood Remaining with the new family for several hours post partum Post Partum visit in your home, review of birth story, time line Extensive resources and referrals regarding newborn care, breastfeeding, parenting and new mommies groups

The fee for labor support is $1200. We believe every woman should have a doula if she desires so a sliding scale is available. Please call or email to discuss your needs and set up a consultation. A $400 non-refundable retainer fee is expected upon hiring or at pre-natal visit.

For more information, contact deirdre@nyackbirthservices.com or call (845) 353-3783.