Laura's Doula goals are to assist the woman and her partner in preparing and carrying out their plans for birth. She also strives to provide emotional support, physical comfort, an objective viewpoint and assistance to the woman in getting the information she needs to make good decisions during labor. Laura is also a certified CAPPA Childbirth Educator.

Doula
Doula is a Greek word referring to someone who supports a woman throughout childbirth. Doulas provide emotional, physical and informational support and act as an advocate for the laboring mother and partner during the birth experience.

Doula Services
The first consultation is always free. If you hire me to assist you during the birth, you will receive the following:

• Two prenatal visits to discuss and prepare your birth plan, and to familiarize you with the various comfort measures and distraction techniques I provide during labor.

• 24 hour telephone support during your pregnancy and the first few weeks postpartum. Please feel free to call with any questions you may have.

• Doula support for the entire length of your labor, no matter how long or short it is. I will join you when you feel you need support, whether you are laboring at home or at the hospital.

• Support after birth for the first hour or two, to assist with breastfeeding and recovery.

• Photos taken before, during, and after the birth, if desired.

• A visit in the early postpartum weeks to discuss the birth, address any baby-care concerns, go over your baby's birth, gather feedback and admire your work!