Doula ~Ancient Greek word meaning “a woman who services”.
“As a mother, I understand how important it is to be supported throughout pregnancy, childbirth and immediately after birth. I believe it is also important for the partner and/or family of a birthing woman to be supported and assured throughout the birth and into the postpartum.
As a woman, I am passionate about being that support for other woman and their partners. You will never hear me say “all that matters is a healthy baby” because although this is, of course, what we all want, the journey into motherhood is extremely important and can have a lasting effect on how a woman feels about herself and her baby.
As a doula, I provide unconditional and non-judgemental support and encouragement to both the labouring woman and her partner and/or family throughout labour, delivery and after childbirth. I aim to help women cope during labour with the use of tools such as; massage, pressure points, Aromatherapy, Homeopathy, my trusty Rebozo and a TENS machine. Along with support and encouragement, these are just some of the tools that can help a woman manage the challenges of labour and delivery. I also provide information to aid in the decision making-process and can help to demystify many of the processes and procedures offered during childbirth. I work well with midwives, doctors and obstetricians and attend home and hospital births.”
~ Rylie Geant ~
As a woman, I am passionate about being that support for other woman and their partners. You will never hear me say “all that matters is a healthy baby” because although this is, of course, what we all want, the journey into motherhood is extremely important and can have a lasting effect on how a woman feels about herself and her baby.
As a doula, I provide unconditional and non-judgemental support and encouragement to both the labouring woman and her partner and/or family throughout labour, delivery and after childbirth. I aim to help women cope during labour with the use of tools such as; massage, pressure points, Aromatherapy, Homeopathy, my trusty Rebozo and a TENS machine. Along with support and encouragement, these are just some of the tools that can help a woman manage the challenges of labour and delivery. I also provide information to aid in the decision making-process and can help to demystify many of the processes and procedures offered during childbirth. I work well with midwives, doctors and obstetricians and attend home and hospital births.”
~ Rylie Geant ~
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The provision of continuous support during labour by doulas is associated with improved maternal and fetal health along with a variety of other benefits including:
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Labours are 25% shorter
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Cesarean rates are reduced by 50%¹
- There is 40% less need for oxytocin to speed up labour¹
- Need for forceps is reduced by 40%¹
- Women request 30% less pain medication and 60% fewer epidurals¹
- There are fewer complications
- Lower risk of medical interventions
- Greater success with breastfeeding
- Lower risk of postpartum depression
1 Mothering the Mother, How a Doula Can Help You Have a Shorter, Easier and Healthier Birth, by Kennell, Klaus, and Kennell (1993)
What I offer as your Doula:
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Two (1.5 – 2 hour) Prenatal Meetings:
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First meeting – to discuss your hopes and dreams for your birth and plan how I can best support you on this path, newborn procedures and more.
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Second Meeting – to practice coping skills, decision making, different positioning options for coping in different situations, breastfeeding and much more.
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Being on-call for your labour, day or night, from the time of hire up until baby is born.
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Support via phone, email or text from the time of hire until three weeks postpartum for pregnancy, labour, birth and postpartum questions you may have.
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Complimentary use of a TENS machine during labour.
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Assistance with breastfeeding.
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One (1.5 – 2 hour) Postpartum visit to provide you with any assistance you may need or to discuss your birth and postpartum experience.
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Access to a huge lending library of books and a database of online resources.
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Recommendations to other professionals such as Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, Lactation Consultants, Registered Massage Therapists, Craniosacral Therapists and many more birth specialists.
More about the support I offer:
Informational Support:
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Understanding of hospital policies, procedures and your rights
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Assistance communicating your wishes with staff
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Explanations of interventions – any alternatives, risks and benefits
Emotional Support:
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Empathic support, encouraging words and reassurance
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Relaxation suggestions and techniques
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Methods of coping
Physical Support:
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Assistance with positioning to help labour progress and baby to descend
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Massage, physical touch, Acupressure and counter pressure to relieve discomfort, keep you relaxed and help you stay focused
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Preparing food, keeping you and partner hydrated, using hot or cold compresses when appropriate
Benefits for Partners:
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Decreased anxiety, increased confidence, peace of mind and reassurance
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Suggestions on how to support the labouring woman and help her cope
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Ability to rest when needed, take breaks to eat or use the washroom without leaving mom alone
What It Costs:
Birth Doula services are $1250 but can be offered on a sliding scale if needed. Please inquire for more details.
Add on ∼ Placenta Encapsulation with delivery for $175 (Regular $250)
Add on ∼ Birth Pool Rental for $150 (Regular $195)
Add on ∼ 5 week TENS rental for $40 (Regular $55)
What It Costs:
Birth Doula services are $1250 but can be offered on a sliding scale if needed. Please inquire for more details.
Add on ∼ Placenta Encapsulation with delivery for $175 (Regular $250)
Add on ∼ Birth Pool Rental for $150 (Regular $195)
Add on ∼ 5 week TENS rental for $40 (Regular $55)
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