Hiring a Virtual doula is an excellent option for you to get the same hands-on support as a birth doula (minus the physical support) at the time and location that’s most comfortable for you; your home. You don’t need to pack up or commute anywhere as I will come to you virtually, through phone, text and email support. You can access immediate support to have your questions answered.
As always, it is important to note that doulas do not replace the care of a healthcare professional. We do not have medical training to deliver babies, diagnose conditions, or prescribe medications. We are merely here as a support person for pregnant, birthing, and postpartum mothers to provide informational, emotional, and physical support within our scope of practice.
The Virtual Doula package is very similar to the
Before Labour I Can
- Assist in devising a birth plan
- Discuss birthing positions
- Discuss pain management techniques, including breathing exercises, meditation, visualization, and so on
- Discuss benefits and risks of pain medications
- Share tips for enlisting partner support
- Educate about the stages of labour
During Labour I Can
- Answer questions about labour progress
- Help identify warning signs
- Navigate hospital standards of care and staff
- Help you to speak up and advocate for your care rights and preferences
- Be a constant source of encouragement and reassurance to help you get through the tough stages.
Postpartum I Can
- Answer questions pertaining to breastfeeding and formula feeding
- Assist by providing information about newborn care
- Help you to identify warning signs in your postpartum recovery
- Help you to process your birth and listen to you share your highs and lows.
- Be a reassuring voice to help you navigate your transition into motherhood
- Help you to figure out how to help older siblings adjust to the newborn
Packages
As part of your Digital Doula service, you will be able to book a call with me to get your questions answered. I will spend time before speaking with you to collect the resources that I need to best support you so that we can optimize our time over the phone. I will also follow up with an email with any evidence-based links for you to keep that information with you for future reference. We can also communicate over email and text for ongoing support regarding your questions and concerns.