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Doula Services for Pregnant Women in Columbus, Ohio
Pregnancy and birth is overwhelming!
There is so much information and I know it’s a lot. You are reading books and websites and listening to podcasts and getting all the unsolicited advice and birth stories you didn’t ask for...
I can help.
Let me help transform your birth experience by providing you with evidence based information to make informed decisions and take control of your birth! Together we will create your birth preferences and the birth you desire and deserve.
Doula Services for Women in Columbus, Ohio
Full Birth Doula Services
This is for a first time parent or parents who need extra support and education. The full service comprehensive package includes two prenatal visits, text/phone/email support, free access to my Lamaze childbirth education class, labor support and one postpartum visit.
starting at:
$2,300
Labor Only Doula Services
This is for repeat clients or parents who need a little extra support but already have childbirth education and strong understanding of childbirth.
The labor only package includes text/phone/email support, labor support, and one postpartum visit.
starting at:
$1,500
Birth Prep
This is for parents who wish not to have a doula present at their birth, but need/want the education, prenatal visits and support. The birth prep package includes text/phone/email support, two prenatal visits, free access to my Lamaze childbirth education class and one postpartum visit.
starting at:
$800
the process
Step 1
Request a Consultation
Submit a complimentary consultation request.
Step 2
Let's virtually meet!
A 30 minute Zoom meeting to review your goals, my approach and determine if this is a good fit. Afterwards, I will send you my contract to review.
Step 3
Let' s work together!
Once the contract is signed, your due date and on-call window are added to my calendar and your birth doula journey will begin.
Step 4
Let me support you
We can start communicating via text, email and/or calls. I will give you access to my resources and get your first prenatal visit on the calendar!
Five Stars on Google
Alice
"Caroline was terrific leading up to birth, during birth, and after. Her home visits and informational sessions prepared us well for the actual day. During labor, the encouragement, information, and comfort measures she provided were invaluable. As my wife was laboring, I distinctly remember thinking to myself how glad I was to have Caroline there with us...
If we have any more babies in the future, we know one thing for sure: we will hire Caroline again."
Jake
"Caroline was my doula for my 2nd baby. She was amazing throughout my pregnancy and delivery day. She was always just a phone call or text away. She helped make my birth experience amazing and helped me achieve the perfect VBAC. My family and I are so grateful for all her help."
Peggy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a doula?
A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to a birthing person and their family before, during, and after birth.
Are doulas only for home births?
Nope! I support hospital births all the time. Doulas support births wherever you decide to birth your baby.
Do you take insurance?
Insurance companies don’t typically cover doula services. However, many insurance companies offer reimbursement for doula services through a HSA or FSA account. If your employer offers Carrot services, I am a pre-approved Carrot birth doula.
I have a partner supporting me, do I need a doula?
Most, but not all of my clients have a partner supporting them throughout this process. My clients find that their partner is more involved in the process when they have a doula there to guide them on how to best provide support. Although my main focus is you, I support partners as well!
What if my baby is born by cesarean?
Cesarean birth is still birth. A doula is your support and advocate as you are prepped for surgery and recover from surgery. Depending on hospital policies and your situation, your doula may be able to support you in the operating room. I will be at your side in the recovery room and can help you and your family with any questions or concerns that may arise, helping you understand what your care providers are saying, and attending to your comfort and needs.
Do you have a backup doula in place?
Of course, life happens! In the event of an emergency or sickness I work with several backup doulas that are happy to meet you ahead of time in case I would need to use one of them.
What does a doula do?
A doula supports the birthing person and their partner during late pregnancy, labor, birth, and early postpartum. A doula helps with answering questions, making birth preference lists, supporting the partner, laboring positions, comfort measures, a calm environment, encouraging words, and supporting the birthing person with self-advocacy.
What’s the difference between a doula and a midwife?
Midwives are medical providers, trained and licensed to attend birth and catch babies. They have the tools and expertise to ensure that the baby and the mother are safe. Doulas do not perform clinical tasks or exams and do not replace medical care providers. My focus is the emotional health and physical comfort of the mother.
I am pretty sure I want an epidural. Do I need a doula?
An epidural can be a great tool for pain management. Keep in mind that there is still discomfort in early labor before the epidural is even an option. Additionally 1 in 10 epidurals do not work, so a doula is great insurance. Your doula can also help with things like effective positioning and pushing techniques that are specific to moms with epidurals.
When should I hire a doula?
I would suggest as soon as you can, doula’s schedules usually fill up fast. I’ve been hired as early as 8 weeks and as late as 36 weeks. The ideal time would be during your first trimester or early in your second trimester.
Are doulas certified or licensed?
Doulas do not have to be certified to practice, however I am birth doula certified through DONA International, Childbirth Educator Certified through Lamaze and am a Certified VBAC doula through The VBAC Link