Birth Prep + Postpartum Package

What does it include? 

  • 3 prenatal visits, of 3hrs each
  • We would talk about interventions, both medical and holistic
  • Practice comfort measures and position changes
  • Talk about the role of your support partner
  • What to expect with an epidural
  • What to expect with a C-section
  • Text and call access to me from the day you book

After the birth:

  • 12hrs of in-home postpartum support: kitchen tidying, sweeping, laundry, and heating up food
  • Time for conversation, a shower, a nap, or work, depending on the day
Weekly check-ins at first, then monthly

Not included: Attending your birth. If you'd like me with you in labour, see Birth + Postpartum.

Investment: 600 CAD

Start with a free consult

What would it feel like to be supported by me as your doula in labour?

  • During pregnancy, it could feel like having someone to think out loud with.

  • We'll meet for 3 prenatal visits and talk through the things you're wondering about: interventions (medical and holistic), comfort measures, position changes, what your support partner can do, and what might happen with an epidural or a C-section. My role is to help you understand your options so the choices are yours.

  • After your baby arrives, it could feel like having an extra set of hands.

  • I'll come to your home and might tidy the kitchen, sweep, do a load of laundry, or heat up something for you to eat. Some days may be mostly conversation.

  • On others you might take a shower, nap, or get some work done while I keep an eye on things. I'll check in weekly at first, then monthly, so you're not figuring it all out alone.

  • From the day you book, you can text or call me. I aim to reply within 24hrs unless I am at a birth.

  • I won't be at your birth in this package, and I can't promise how your pregnancy or postpartum will go. I can promise to show up with care.

FAQ

  • I'm there to support you and your family in the early weeks at home. That usually means practical help (kitchen, laundry, meals), time to rest, and someone to talk with. I'm non-medical, so I don't give medical advice or diagnose. I can point you to the right resources when you need them.

  • Ideally during pregnancy, so we can meet and get to know each other before the baby arrives. You can also book after the birth. Just reach out and we'll see what works.

  • It depends on your family, your recovery, and how much help you have at home. In your free consult, we'll talk about what you're hoping for, and we can adjust as we go.

  • Yes. Overnight care can be included in the package, it is at a higher rate of $40 CAD an hour, with a minimum of 5 hours for booking.

  • I have taken two Lactation Doula trainings, so within my scope, I can. I can offer emotional support and encouragement, and I can be there while you feed. I'm not a lactation consultant, so for latch, supply, or feeding problems I'll refer you to a professional.

  • I don't provide childcare while you're out of the home.

  • I'll listen without judgment and check in on how you're doing. If I'm concerned, I'll encourage you to reach out to your care provider or a mental health professional. I'm not a substitute for medical or mental health care.

  • Yes. From the moment you book, you have text and call access to me. I aim to reply within 24hrs unless I am attending a birth.

  • Yes. As a doula to stay within my scope I would be supporting the entire family, so at least one parent with baby should be home while I am visiting. Ideally, I do recommend having both partners when possible.

  • I serve Huntsville, Bracebridge, and the surrounding Muskoka communities. There are extra travel fees when surpassing the 50km mark from Huntsville, ON.

  • You would e-transfer me a percentage a downpayment for the service you would like to book, then I would send you a receipt. As soon as that comes through you would have access to my client portal. The second payment is due my the halfway mark of the service being provided.

  • Up to 48hrs a cancelation won’t be charged. I understand that sometimes things happen. And you would be able to reschedule directly with the client portal you would have access too as my client.

  • That shouldn’t be common. I would only cancel if I was sick (to prevent sharing germs) and/or if I was heading to a birth, in which case, either one, would give you access to my Backup Doula, who would be taking my place unless otherwise agreed upon.