Connect

Giving birth is one of the most important moments in your life, surround yourself with people who make you feel safe, strong, and supported.

Empower

We’ll discuss your wishes and work together to build a personalized birth blueprint, empowering you to greet this transformative event with confidence.

Prepare

As your doula, I am here to provide you with education, and resources so you are prepared to advocate for the birth you want, and to support you through whatever your birth brings.

Birth Doula Package

My services are tailored to your specific needs, but a basic doula package will include the following services

Two 2-hour prenatal visits to assess your needs and desires for birth, provide useful tools for labor and birth for you to feel empowered and supported, as well as establish your postpartum plan

  • Help with any concerns and information about holistic and natural remedies to minor pregnancy discomforts

  • Continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to you and your partner for the duration of labor and birth, to help you hold and move towards the vision you created for your baby’s birth

  • Initial breastfeeding support immediately after birth to help your baby latch on properly and encourage the establishment of breastfeeding

  • Two postpartum follow-up visits to celebrate the birth of your baby and answer any questions you have during the early postpartum period. References to additional services including lactation consultants, meal delivery, placenta encapsulation, massage, chiropractic and acupuncture.

  • Unlimited phone and chat support to answer your questions and offer suggestions and support throughout pregnancy and early labor

  • Additional support such as extra visits or birth photography (for doula clients only) available. Ask me for more info.

**Nicole is contracted with Central California Alliance for Health, Medi-cal and offers private pay/sliding scale**

HOW IT WORKS

first!

At your first prenatal appointment, we will go over your ideas for your labor, pain management, and assist you with developing a practical birth plan. The second prenatal we will explore a plan for early labor, make sure your bags are packed, practice comfort techniques, and go over any last-minute details. I can provide these prenatal sessions in person or virtually.

second!

During your labor, I will provide position ideas and resources. I am there to remind you of your plans and goals and ensure you feel safe, heard, and respected. I'll also encourage your partner to eat, drink, and rest at appropriate times. Labor looks a bit like a dance - there will be fast paced moments where I will be hands on and there will be moments where I take a step back. I will never take the place of any other member of your support team and I will fully support any decision you make. My job is to be a calming presence and a constant support.

third!

After the newest addition to your family makes their appearance, I remain your person. As the attention shifts to the tiny new human in the room, my attention remains on you. I will stay with you and help to support you during your "Golden Hour" of skin to skin with your new baby and offer guidance as you begin breastfeeding, with special attention paid to baby's first latch.