What We Do



Doula



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“A doula is a trained NON-MEDICAL professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible. Birth and postpartum doulas help support new families through the life changing experience of having a baby. Whether it’s a family’s first baby or their tenth, a doula can help make the birth and postpartum experience better. Countless scientific trials examining doula care demonstrate remarkably improved physical and psychological outcomes for both mother and baby. Doulas have a positive impact on the well-being of the entire family.“

-DONA International

 Doulas are not medical professionals and DO NOT delivery babies


Concierge RN



A concierge nurse or private duty nurse is a licensed MEDICAL professional who provides clinical care and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after birth helping to achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible. Concierges RNs practice independently of a hospital or physician's office and can offer any service required by a patient as long as it is within the scope of practice for a registered nurse. All these services may be performed in the comfort of the mother's home in addition to any medical care they receive from a midwife or physician.

This means specialized (obstetric and postpartum/nursery) RN level care at home for women and babies during the perinatal experience. The tasks completed by a Labor & Delivery or Postpartum (mom/baby) nurse at a hospital or birth center become accessible to families who desire care outside of a medical facility. Hiring a private duty nurse has a positive impact on the health and wellness of mom, baby, and the entire family.
‍Concierge RNs may evaluate labor but are not midwives or doctors and DO NOT delivery babies


Midwife
CPM




A certified professional midwife is a licensed MEDICAL PROVIDER who provides complete care of the woman during the reproductive year as well as care of the normal healthy newborn outside of the hospital. Following The Midwifery Model of Care includes monitoring the physical, psychological, and social well-being of the mother throughout the childbearing cycle; providing the mother with individualized education, counseling, and prenatal care; continuous hands-on assistance during labor and delivery; postpartum support; and minimizing technological interventions. Midwives identify and refer women who require obstetrical attention. The midwifery Model of Care results in improved birth outcomes including a cesarean rate of 5% compared to the Obstetric Model of Care which is 33%.

-NARM

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 Certified Professional Midwives oversee complete medical care during the reproductive year and DO deliver babies at home or in birth centers.

What does a Doula offer?

Physical Support

Position ideas for comfort and labor progression cross over with hands-on comfort measures like comforting touch, counter pressure, breathing techniques, and other “doula magic” for families. A doula’s skilled hands and positioning tools can often help a malpositioned baby find its way through the pelvis and into the birthing parent’s arms.

Emotional Support

Doulas help families to feel supported, easing the emotional experience of birth and also helping to create a space where the hormones of labor can work at their best. Whether a birth is completely unmedicated or medically very complex, every family can benefit from nurturing and connection at this tender incredible time in their lives.

Partner Support

Whether it's a romantic partner, a friend or another family member, the birth partner's experience matters in birth. Our doulas are there to support every birth partner in being as involved as they'd like with the birth. Physical and emotional support make a huge difference for everyone involved.

Evidence-based Information & Advocacy

DONA International doulas are trained to help families connect with evidence-based resources so they can ask great questions and make informed decisions about their births. Our doulas serve as a bridge of communication between women and their providers, lifting them up to help them find their voices and advocate for the very best care.

Pregnancy Week by Week

First Trimester

The first trimester begins on the first day of your last period & lasts until the end of week 12; by the time you know for sure you’re pregnant, you might already be five or six weeks pregnant!

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Second Trimester

The second trimester includes weeks 13 through 27 of a pregnancy. In the second trimester, the baby grows larger and stronger and many women begin showing a larger belly.

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Third Trimester

Fetal development continues during the third trimester. Your baby will open his or her eyes, gain more weight, and prepare for delivery. The end of your pregnancy is near!

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Pregnancy Week by Week

First Trimester

The first trimester begins on the first day of your last period & lasts until the end of week 12; by the time you know for sure you’re pregnant, you might already be five or six weeks pregnant!

Learn more

Second Trimester

The second trimester includes weeks 13 through 27 of a pregnancy. In the second trimester, the baby grows larger and stronger and many women begin showing a larger belly.

Learn more

Third Trimester

Fetal development continues during the third trimester. Your baby will open his or her eyes, gain more weight, and prepare for delivery. The end of your pregnancy is near!

Learn more

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