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What To Expect In A Consultation With Us....
Numerous studies have documented huge benefits of having an experienced doula attend births. A doula understands the physical and emotional needs of a laboring person and will assist a mother and her partner to prepare for childbirth and have a more positive birth experience.
We will cover everything from what your vision for your birth is, who you want to be there with you, and even what support your partner needs.
We’ll discuss the challenges you’re currently facing in pregnancy and talk about what you have planned once baby arrives.
Lastly, we’ll tell you how a doula can best support you and your vision. If that’s us, GREAT!
But if not, you’re still going to come away with a clearer understanding of who can support you best. Plus, we're still going to send you a few resources that any newly expecting family can use.
If you're ready to book your consultation, fill out the form and choose a time! We look forward to meeting you soon.
Julianne made all the difference in the birth of our first child this past March! She was supportive, knowledgeable, kind and professional.
With her encouragement and pain management techniques during labor I was able to have the labor/delivery I was hoping for.
Another great aspect of working with Julianne was the way in which she helped my husband to support me during labor: she showed him ways that he could make a huge difference in helping reduce my pain, and that allowed him to play an active role during the whole labor/delivery process, which he and I really appreciated.
We would highly recommend Julianne as a doula!
- Rachel S.
Working with Us
We are here to offer in-person (or virtual) personalized support for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. We’ve mastered a whole new way of doing business that leaves you empowered and supported no matter how your baby gets here.
Working with us starts with a complimentary Zoom chat to make sure we’re a good fit. We talk through your birth preferences, your support system, and any concerns that may be on your mind. We will listen to you and match you with a doula on our team who will become your birth sidekick.
Once you decide to book, your support begins! Yep, you have your doula as your pregnancy and birth wingwoman long before labor kicks in. And after your birth our team is here to support you postpartum too.
You can count on non-judgemental support, nurturing, kindness, humor, honesty, encouragement and dedication in guiding you and your partner through your birth.
We offer packages to fit every budget.
Each package includes the following non-medical aspects of care:
One, in-person or virtual consultation session, FREE of charge.
(1) 1:1 prenatal appointment prior to childbirth to ease fears, provide education, practice comfort measures for labor, and build your personalized labor support plan and birth preferences.
Virtual educational workshops, offered twice monthly.
Emotional and physical support from active labor through 1-2 hours after the birth of your baby.
Pregnancy and new baby information is delivered to your inbox from pregnancy through the first year. Expect tips, jokes, hints, and advice from your doulas (and BFF's)!
Availability to you and your partner by phone, text, and email throughout your pregnancy.
24×7 On-call labor support starting at 38 weeks gestation until your baby is born.
iPhone Photography during labor and birth is included with every package at no extra charge.
Evidence-based education for you/your partner on pregnancy, labor options, and all things newborn.
Partners, we're here to make you look good by helping you know exactly what to be doing during the birth process and how to be the best support to your laboring person.
Together, we become the support team the birthing person needs to feel calm, confident and supported.
One or more lactation visits with every birth package. (Number of visits dependent on the package you purchase)
One or more postpartum visits with every birth package. (Number of visits dependent on the package you purchase)
Written birth notes provided to you after baby is born.
Dual certified to take TriCare for labor doula support and lactation support.
Do I really need a birth doula?
Numerous studies have documented huge benefits of having an experienced doula attend births. A doula understands the physical and emotional needs of a laboring person and will assist a mother and her partner to prepare for childbirth and have a more positive birth experience.
With the support of a doula:
Cesarean rates are reduced by 53%
Length of labor is reduced by 25%
Use of Pitocin is reduced by 40%
Need for pain medication is reduced by 30%
Requests for epidural pain management is reduced by 60 %
Mom’s self image is increased
Satisfaction in the overall birth experience is increased
Relationship between mom and partner improved
With the support of a doula:
More likely to have higher APGAR scores
Less likely to be admitted to special care units.(Information provided by Mothering the Mother, Klaus, Klaus, and Kennel
Studies have shown with a doula present at birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications. — DONA International (http://www.dona.org)
EvidenceBasedBirth.com published an article showing the benefits of having a doula. Read more on the research here.
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What Working With Us Is Like...
Here's what others have to say.
"Julianne really is your doula for life. She's a great support and advocate during pregnancy, birth, and after."
- Rebecca
"Throughout the entire journey into parenthood Katie always encouraged my husband and I to follow our instincts, and I think that is what makes her unique."
- Riley
"We had an idea of our ideal birth, but she gave us ideas and thoughts that allowed us to make an even more informed decision.
- Nicole
Birth Education
LOOKING FOR BIRTH EDUCATION THAT MEETS YOU WHERE YOU ARE?
Want to get more personalized birth and postpartum education? You're in the right spot. If you're a client, these workshops are included with your package. If you're not a client, we would love to have you join us!
*Please note that these classes are not meant to replace prenatal classes, but are built to enhance them.
Labor Prep &
Birth Support
Monday, February 26
Monday, April 8
Monday, June 3
In this workshop, we will cover writing your birth preferences (not a birth plan) preparing your body for birth, labor interventions, and support through both unmedicated and medically managed labors.
Feeding The Baby
Monday, March 25
Monday, May 20
Monday, July 29
In this workshop, we will cover best practices for feeding your newborn, addressing expectations and feeding challenges, and advocating for both you and baby in a hospital setting.
Planning The
4th Trimester
Monday, March 11
Monday, May 6
Monday, June 17
This workshop was designed to help you thrive in the early postpartum days and weeks after your baby is born. I'll cover how to best care for your postpartum body, tips for getting sleep, good nutrition, the transition back to work, childcare, and how to nurture your relationship with your partner.
Not Your First Rodeo (Birth)
Monday, April 22
Monday, August 5
Monday, June 3
Not your first birth but feel like you could use a refresher? Wondering how this birth will be different from your last birth? Want to know how to prepare siblings for a baby? Then this group is for you.
Or maybe this is your first birth using a doula? In this workshop, I will help prepare you for all the things you need to know for a different birth from your first/last.
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Top Tips for Picking a Pediatrician
Top Tips for Picking a Pediatrician
As a new parent there are lots of important decisions to make when it comes to the health and well-being of your new baby. Choosing the perfect pediatrician is one such decision. As your trusted Fort Collins doula, I want to help you make the right decision for you, your family, and your baby. Rather than choosing off of a list of in-network HMO providers, web searches, or even referrals from friends and family, it’s important to choose a healthcare provider that aligns with you and the type of newborn and postpartum experience that you desire. Not only do you need to feel comfortable and at peace with this person, but you’ll more than likely be sitting in their waiting room for around 30% (give or take) of your life from your child’s birth to age 18, so it’s a much better experience all around when you feel seen, heard, and validated.
Here are a few tips to make sure that your pediatrician is the perfect fit for you.
First of all, it’s important to know what you want out of a health care provider. What experience do you ultimately want and what philosophies do you adhere to? Only from this point of knowledge can you choose a pediatrician that aligns with you and your wishes.
Make sure you understand how they approach certain situations such as newborn weight loss, breastfeeding, nutrition, newborn sleep, immunizations and vaccines, or any other topics that you may feel strongly about or are open to learning more about. A conversation about these topics will give you insight into the philosophy of the pediatrician.
What are the dynamics of the office? Are there multiple doctors that rotate calls? Is it easy to get through to your doctor or is there red tape? Do they return phone calls? Do all the doctors in the practice have similar philosophies? If the doctor is independent, who do they use for backup for vacations or illness?
Ensure that the practice is current when it comes to training and education regarding especially around infant sleep and feeding. They should be providing up-to-date evidenced based resources to you and your family.
Do you feel good about how after hours/weekends are handled? Do they have someone on-call to speak too or text with? Do they provide virtual or 24×7 options for care? It never fails, kids tend to get sick outside of normal business hours. Many providers now offer subscription services that include home visits, text/call support for 24 hours a day.
Once you choose a pediatrician, pay attention to how you feel when you’re in an appointment, how you feel when you leave the appointment, and how the staff makes you feel. If you ever feel off, unheard, or just downright shitty or anxious at any point when interacting with your pediatrician, it’s not a good match. You should your appointments feeling like an amazing capable parent, not a failure or a parent that isn’t taken seriously.
And remember, it’s always ok to switch if you’re not getting what you need. Because if you’re not getting what you need, your baby isn’t getting what they need.
I encourage you to be thorough in this process of choosing a pediatrician. Be as thorough in your research as you would be when buying a new car or house. This is an important decision not to be made lightly.
In addition to pediatricians there is a local wealth of amazing newborn, postpartum, and breastfeeding resources available in our community and as an experiencedFort Collins birth doula in our community I have meaningful relationships with many of them. You can check out my resource guide or ask me anytime for my recommendations and I’ll be happy to help! If you need any help or have any questions, I’m always here for you.
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