Hospital Birth Coach

Service Description

Initial Consultation: A 30-minute video call to discuss your birthing preferences, answer any initial questions, and get to know each other. Establish trust and understanding, and gather information about the expectant mother's birth plan and any specific needs or concerns. Personalized Birth Wishlist Creation: Assistance in creating a comprehensive, personalized birth wishlist tailored to the mother's preferences and circumstances. To ensure the mother feels confident and prepared for her birth experience. Prenatal Support: Total we will have four, 45-minute video calls during the pregnancy to provide education, address concerns, and offer emotional support for you and your support persons. I highly encourage your partner and support persons to be present as these are the people I will be communicating with while you are laboring. Topics Covered: -Understanding the stages of labor -Pain management techniques (meditation, dissociation, breathing exercises) -Coping mechanisms (deep breathing, meditation practices) -Self-advocacy in the birthing environment -Partner involvement and support On-Call Support: Unlimited text and email support from 7am to 10pm CST, and emergency phone support as needed. Providing continuous support and reassurance throughout the pregnancy. Labor and Birth Support: Virtual support via video call during labor and birth, offering guidance, reassurance, and coaching. Helping the mother and her support team feel empowered and supported throughout the birth process. Postpartum Support: Two 60-minute video calls within the first two weeks postpartum to check in on the mother and baby, provide breastfeeding support, and address any postpartum concerns. To ensure a smooth transition into motherhood and provide support during the early postpartum period. BONUS: Access to a library of downloadable resources, including hospital bag checklists, from bump to baby workbook and a pregnancy planner!