Services
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First meeting to introduce myself and get to know you . You are under No obligations to employ my Doula service if you arent sasitfied with the first meeting
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One further meetings prior to 37 weeks. We discuss detailed prepartions needed for the birth aswel as a birth plan
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On call from 37 weeks until the birth.
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I can be present at home if appropriate during labour before transfer to Hospital for the birth.
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Continuous physical, emotional, and psychological support throughout labour for the Mother and her partner.
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Assistance after the birth to help with Breastfeeding
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One further post natal visits at home, assistance with
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breastfeeding and a detailed discussion around the birth
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Further visits if necessary at an extra cost at R250 per hour
What i will provide as your Doula
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I can help you draw up a birth plan that suits your needs and desires best.
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I will help you to fulfill your birth plan to the best of my ability.
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I will provide emotional and physical support during labour.
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I will provide comfort measures and coping strategies for dealing well with labour.
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This includes massage, breathing, visualizations, the birth ball, shower/water therapy, hot/cold therapies, change of position, walking, leaving you alone with your partner for a short while, and discussions of whether or not you want pain medications and at what point. We will discuss your preferences before the birth.
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I will be happy to take pictures of and/or video for you of your birth.
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I will stay with you throughout your entire delivery and for at least the first one hour postpartum, unless you request otherwise ahead of time or circumstances change at your birth.
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I will help you to latch baby as soon after birth as circumstances allow.
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I will make at least one postpartum visit after the birth unless you request otherwise.
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I cant Perform clinical tasks, such as taking blood pressure, fetal heart checks, vaginal exams, and others. I am there to provide only physical comfort, emotional and informational support
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I wont make decisions for you. I will help you get the information necessary to make an informed decision. I will also remind you if there is a departure from your Birth Plan.
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I wont speak to the staff instead of you regarding matters where decisions are made. I will discuss your concerns with you and suggest options, and I will help you identify key questions that may help you with your decisions, but you or your partner is the best person to speak to the clinical staff.
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As a Doula I will not prescribe, diagnose or treat any medical problems that may arise and will not be liable for interpreting diagnostic procedures. This is the role of your provider.
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I am NOT there to replace your husband or partner if he/she will also be assisting you at your delivery. I am there to work with you and for you and to be part of your birth team.
In the event of a rapid labour or emergency situation, I will call the necessary specialists and hospital. In the event of an emergency delivery I will do what measures I am capable of to try to keep you and the baby safe and comfortable until EMS arrives. This will fall under The Good Samaritan Law.