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Birth Services.
Initial Consultation & Interview Session
The initial interview session is designed to be a time when we can meet and
get to know each other. This will be the time for you to decide how you
feel about us working together to bring about the best labor and birth
experience possible. This visit is free of charge and does not carry any
obligations to my services. If you feel that we will work together well, we
can begin scheduling our prenatal visits.
Prenatal Visits
The Prenatal visits are designed to meet your needs and fit your schedule.
There are two prenatal visits included in the fees (more are available at an
extra fee), as well as the option for one visit to your medical care
provider in order for your provider to meet me and to ensure he/she knows
who I am at the time of delivery. During the first visit, I will answer any
questions you may have, provide you with a packet of information concerning
your labor and birth experience, and will help you develop your personal
birth plan. At the second visit, we will again go over any questions you
have and practice some breathing and relaxation techniques, as well as
discuss when to call me once you feel that your labor has begun.
Labor Support
Labor support begins when and where you wish, whether that be in your
home or in your hospital room. Many mothers find they feel most comfortable
laboring at home for as long as possible, while others are more comfortable
in the hospital, knowing that a nurse or doctor is just outside the room.
It is your choice as to when and where you prefer that I join you once you
labor has begun. The most important thing to remember is that once you call
on me for your labor support to begin, I will remain with you until after
you and your family are settled and recovering well.
Immediate Postpartum Care
Immediate postpartum care means that I will stay with you for a time
immediately after your little one makes his/her debut to ensure that you
both are comfortable with breastfeeding and newborn care. I will also stay
to make sure that all of your needs, baby’s needs, and daddy’s needs are met
and you are as comfortable as possible. I will go over any questions you
have and will even retrieve your first postpartum meal, as you will most
likely be quite hungry after your exciting day (and dad will, too!). Once
you are settled, I will leave you to experience that essential bonding time
as a new family!
Postpartum Visit
During the post partum visit, I will answer any questions you have
regarding breastfeeding, the care of your new baby, and your changing body.
Often times, new parents find that they were so involved “in the moment,”
that they are unable to remember large pieces of the labor and delivery
experience after the event. I will go over the entire process with
you, fill in any parts that you cannot recall, and answer any questions you
may have about events or procedures that took place. And don’t forget, I’ll
be there to coo at and cuddle your precious bundle of joy!
On-Call for You!
Being on-call for you means that any time, day or night, before and after
the birth of your baby, I will be available to you through phone and email
to answer any questions you may have. Beginning 2 weeks before your due
date, I will be able to be paged and will return your page immediately.
Remember that everyone has questions, so don’t be shy about asking!
References and Referrals
If you have any questions regarding breastfeeding or postpartum care that
potentially require the attention of another healthcare professional, I will
be more than happy to refer you to a lactation consultant or healthcare
professional who will be able to help you through this transitional time.
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