Birth Services
The reworked words of Whapio
It’s not my privilege to know the destiny of another human being or to change it.
I am not a doula to orchestrate a birth and to ferret out complications.
I am a doula to witness the creation of family in the way their choices have unfolded.
A positive birth experience can make all the difference in easing your transition to motherhood and supporting your entire family. As a doula, I understand how unique each birth journey is, and at the heart of my role is meeting you exactly where you are. Whether you need emotional support, encouragement, or a calm presence to hold space for you, I am here for you—however that looks for your family.
Birth can be overwhelming, and it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement, fear, and uncertainty. My role is to help you focus on what is within your control, so that the uncontrollable elements of birth don’t throw you off course. By offering evidence-based information, emotional support, and physical comfort, I’ll help you feel more grounded and empowered to make the best choices for your family in the moment.
I am passionate about creating a warm, trusting relationship with both you and your partner during pregnancy. Pregnancy and birth are pivotal moments in life, and I believe that building a strong connection beforehand helps ensure you feel supported and confident as you approach labor and delivery. My aim is to guide you both through the transition into parenthood, ensuring that you feel strong, informed, and positive as you navigate this next chapter of your lives.
Together, we can create a birth experience that is empowering, memorable, and filled with love and support, no matter what the journey brings.
Birth Package : $1, 590 plus GST
Includes: unlimited phone/text/email check-ins, two prenatal visits (2 hours each) which include access to education and planning resources.
Within your two prenatal visits, you can expect:
Stages of Labour and What to Expect
Creating an Informed Choice Birth Plan
Birth Partners Education and Role
An exploration of any past birth & pregnancy experiences
Comfort measures for labour
Creating a plan for your fourth trimester
Newborn care
Breast/chest feeding
Safe sleeping options
Building your community of birth recovery & healing practitioners
As your birthing time approaches & labour begins you can expect:
On Call Support 24/7 after 37 weeks by phone or text
Physical & emotional support for you and your family
Dedicated support for you and your partner during labour
Advocacy and information to navigate current care practices and protocols in hospital birth settings
Prepare birth area, decorating, setting mood
Massage and pressure points during labour
Advocating your wishes on your behalf
Supporting children who are present
Immediate post-birth bonding & breast/chest feeding with your newborn & new family until you are comfortable with my leaving (no time limits set)
2 hours of postpartum care at your home. This includes; Birth debriefing, personalized support (ie laundry folding, meal prep etc), baby care and baby care tips and any recommendations you may need for resources outside of my scope
Additional costs - Homebirth Kit $250, rented through Wildflower Birth Collective