Benefits of a Doula
For Birth
- Increased satisfaction with the birth experience
- Reduced stress and anxiety during labor
- Less likely to have a cesarean (if desired)
- Less likely to use pain medication (if desired)
For Postpartum
- Increased success with bodyfeeding
- Less likely to experience Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)
- A greater support system
- Greater confidence in your instincts and abilities
“Jena is a great doula! She is willing to listen to you and will support whatever your goals are.”
Donna
What Awenesst Birth Provides
All services are non-medical and solely educational, physical, and emotional support.
Birth Doula
- 2 prenatal visits, learning about each other and your birth preferences
- On call at 38 weeks until the birth of your baby
- Attendance and support for the entire labor and delivery
- 1 postpartum visit to discuss the birth and your recovery
- Photography (upon request)
Postpartum Doula
- 1 meeting during the 3rd trimester of your pregnancy
- 6-7 weeks of support for the whole family
- Light household cleaning
- Support with feeding (latch, positions, bottles, etc.)
- Cloth diaper and elimination communication support
- Meal preparation (upon request)
“I’d recommend Jena to anyone looking for a kind, informed, loving, and engaged doula. Can’t imagine anyone better.”
Julie
Awenesst Birth’s Mission Statement
My mission is to provide encouragement to families through the vulnerable and life-changing journey of becoming parents; becoming a family of 2 or 3 or more. I believe all families deserve respect and freedom to make self-reliant choices for their child’s birth and postpartum care.
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