Types of Doulas


Birth Doula ~ They will meet with you beforehand to discuss your birth options & strategies for managing labor, and help ​you create a birth plan & prepare for the emotional & physical aspects of birth and immediate postpartum. They are ​available during your pregnancy for any questions and concerns you have. During labor, they will suggest and assist you ​with comfort measures such as laboring positions, heat pads, shower, massage, etc. They will know what your birth desires ​are and will help you to achieve those the best they can. If and when you hit snags in the road, they will help you know ​what options you have. They will support in the moments after birth as you breastfeed, deliver the placenta, clean up, and ​settle in for some rest. They are available in the early weeks after birth for questions, concerns, and breastfeeding support. ​(A doula does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment; make decisions for you; or promise a pain free labor & ​birth or specific health outcomes for mother or child.)


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Postpartum Doulas ~ help ease the transition into a new family, aid in breastfeeding success & reduce and/or recognize the risk of mood ​disorders. They offer evidence-based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from birth, infant soothing, and ​coping skills for new parents. They will also be able to make referrals to quality care providers & support groups. They are typically hired ​to come to your house after the baby is born and visit 1-2 times a week for 2-4 hour blocks of time to help assists with newborn care, daily ​adjustment, meal preparation, and light household chores and errands.

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Bereavement Doulas ~ In the case of miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, detail diagnosis, or a rainbow baby bereavement birth doulas provide support ​prior to, during, and after birth in any trimester. Care would look similar to birth doulas and would include customized support. Bereavement ​doulas might also offer birth support to the family who has already suffered loss or a traumatic experience even with a healthy baby.