My Doula Fees
Full-service doula fee is $600 (families with Medi-Cal) to $800 (families with private insurance). This includes a deposit when we sign our contract, usually half of the total fee, but we can talk about what works for you. The deposit puts your date on my calendar, and it covers our prenatal meetings. I limit clients to prevent over-scheduling and ensure I can attend the births I have committed to.
Last-minute doula service fee is $400, and this does not guarantee doula availability, and we would not have prenatal meetings.
I will go over different options during our initial visit, which is always COMPLIMENTARY!
I accept payment plans. I believe a mother's finances should not determine the amount of support and care she receives during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. I offer a price reduction for teens and low-income families. Please share what your needs are so we can assure you will have support for your pregnancy journey.
Last-minute doula service fee is $400, and this does not guarantee doula availability, and we would not have prenatal meetings.
I will go over different options during our initial visit, which is always COMPLIMENTARY!
I accept payment plans. I believe a mother's finances should not determine the amount of support and care she receives during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. I offer a price reduction for teens and low-income families. Please share what your needs are so we can assure you will have support for your pregnancy journey.
What to Expect
- FREE CONSULTATION
- This is the most important step in selecting a doula. During your consultation we will meet and get to know each other as well as discuss your wants and needs during your birth so that we can determine if we are a right fit.
- I prefer working with mothers less than 24 weeks pregnant because I believe in building a relationship with the mother and her partner. However, I will not refuse a mother if she is beyond 24 weeks pregnant.
- PRENATAL VISITS
- I offer as many prenatal visits as needed to discuss and finalize your birth preferences.
- PHONE AND EMAIL SUPPORT
BIRTH PREPARATION
We will practice soothing and breathing techniques to ensure you are well prepared for your upcoming labor and delivery.
24-HOUR LABOR ASSISTANCE
I will be with you from the moment you feel my support is needed up until shortly after birth (roughly 2 hrs postpartum). If postpartum services is needed then you can include that by discussing a postpartum package with me.
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
I provide support for mothers who choose to breastfeed. Support includes helpful positions for breastfeeding, common relief methods for breastfeeding mothers, and answers to any question you may have about the process as well as referrals to local lactation experts for support outside my scope of knowledge.
POSTPARTUM FOLLOW-UP VISIT
I will check-in on you and your newborn to see how you are doing mentally, emotionally, and discuss any concerns you may have.
As Your Doula I Don't...
PERFORM CLINICAL TASKS
I am not a medical expert and I don't pretend to be. My role is strictly to provide you with comfort and support during your pregnancy and delivery.
PROJECT MY OWN BELIEFS ONTO YOURS
This is YOUR experience and YOU decide how it will be. I am there to make sure your wishes and needs are met.
MAKE DECISIONS FOR YOU
I will never make any decisions on your behalf.
SPEAK TO THE STAFF ON YOUR BEHALF
I will help you find your voice and translate terminology used by hospital staff. My role is to make sure your birth preferences are carried out with the understanding that birth is unpredictable. My focus and attention will be on you during your labor and delivery.
I am not a medical expert and I don't pretend to be. My role is strictly to provide you with comfort and support during your pregnancy and delivery.
PROJECT MY OWN BELIEFS ONTO YOURS
This is YOUR experience and YOU decide how it will be. I am there to make sure your wishes and needs are met.
MAKE DECISIONS FOR YOU
I will never make any decisions on your behalf.
SPEAK TO THE STAFF ON YOUR BEHALF
I will help you find your voice and translate terminology used by hospital staff. My role is to make sure your birth preferences are carried out with the understanding that birth is unpredictable. My focus and attention will be on you during your labor and delivery.