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A doula provides guidance and support not only to you but also to your husband, significant other and family. She collaborates closely with all medical staff and health care professionals to create a totally positive and supportive birthing environment.
By acquiring knowledge of the birth process and comfort measures for labor, it is possible to create a successful strategy for the birth.
After all, every childbirth is a journey of the heart and every labor is unique.
With the proper support and encouragement, you can fully realize your innate ability to give birth. The result is...
A childbirth experience just right for you.
Education in preparation for birth / Suggested reading list / Access to Monet's extensive library / A strategy for labor and pain management / Your birth plan in writing (optional) / Ongoing phone contact
Assist the laboring family at home / Recognize the signs of labor/ Hands-on pain management - massage, aromatherapy, herbal hot compresses, yoga, ice packs, hydrotherapy, relaxation and visualizations. Hypnosis./ Suggest positions to facilitate labor and reduce discomfort / Ease the transition from home to the hospital or desired place of birth/ Collaboration with nurses, doctors or midwives/ Explanation of medical procedures / Guidance during pushing to encourage a gentle and effective delivery.
Create a supportive environment for mother, baby and family bonding / Help with initial latch-on and early breastfeeding / Memorable newborn and family
photos / Postpartum home visit / Guidance with early newborn care, parenting, and breastfeeding.
Family adjustment to pregnancy and the new baby / Postpartum transition.
For fees and availability contact Monet Mindell at (917) 975-5921 or monetdoula@aol.com