Offering a Variety of In-Person and Virtual Doula and Lactation Services

I offer a variety of support options during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Support can be virtual, in-person, or a mix of both. In-person support is available for families within 1 hour of Syracuse.

There are so many ways to approach pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. My primary goal is to work with you to talk through all of the questions and options running through your head, and help you determine the path that works best for you and your family.

Reach out to schedule a free virtual consultation so that we can get to know each other and I can help answer any questions you may have.

Birth Doula

  • $400

    Virtual doula support is a great option for many families! I have been supporting families virtually since 2019, and there are a variety of reasons that families choose to work with me virtually leading up to their birth but don’t actually have me in the room when their baby is born.

    This virtual package offers the flexibility to work together during your pregnancy and/or early postpartum. We can work together to create a birth plan, discuss comfort measures for labor, prepare for breastfeeding and postpartum, and beyond… All from the comfort of your own home!

    Other family members or friends who will be in the room with you while you give birth are encouraged to join our virtual sessions (at no extra fee) so that they can be prepared and empowered to provide the best support possible during the birth of your baby.

    This package includes:

    • 3 virtual meetings to discuss and create your birth and/or postpartum plan

    • Unlimited email and text support through the start of our work together until 12 weeks postpartum

    • Access to a variety of digital resources, tailored to meet your specific questions and needs

    • *Option to add on additional virtual sessions for an additional fee.

  • $600

    This plan is the perfect option for families looking to work with me in-person, but don’t want me in the room while you give birth.

    • 2 prenatal visits (approximately 2 hours each visit)

    • 1 postpartum visit (approximately 2-3 hours)

    • Unlimited email and text support through the start of our work together until 12 weeks postpartum

    • Text, call, or Facetime/video chat while you’re in active labor (if you choose)

    • Access to my library of digital and print resources  (including my personal lending library of books, baby carriers, and other newborn items)

  • $1,100

    This package is for families looking for in-person support during labor and birth, and is often preferred by those that are hiring me later into their pregnancy or have given birth before. This package includes: 

    • 2 prenatal visits (approximately 2 hours each visit)

    • On-call availability 24/7 starting at 38 weeks of pregnancy through the birth of your child(ren)

    • In-person support during labor and birth, and immediate postpartum support for approximately 1 or 2 hours following your child’s birth

    • 1 postpartum home visit (approximately 2-3 hours)

    • Unlimited email and text support through the start of our work together until 12 weeks postpartum

    • Access to my library of digital and print resources  (including my personal lending library of books, baby carriers, and other newborn items)

  • $1,300

    This package is for families looking for in-person support during labor and birth, and looking for additional support beyond what’s offered in package #2. This package provides the most in-person support leading up to your birth, and it is what I recommend to first time parents or anyone who has not given birth in a while. 

    • 3 prenatal visits (approximately 2 hours each visit)

    • On-call availability 24/7 starting at 38 weeks of pregnancy through the birth of your child(ren)

    • In-person support during labor and birth, and immediate postpartum support for approximately 1 or 2 hours following your child’s birth

    • 1 postpartum home visit (approximately 2-3 hours)

    • Unlimited email and text support through the start of our work together until 12 weeks postpartum

    • Access to my library of digital and print resources  (including my personal lending library of books, baby carriers, and other newborn items)

Lactation

  • $60 for a one hour virtual appointment. This also includes email support following our appointment, as long as it’s related to the topic we met about. Virtual follow up sessions will require an additional fee.

    Choosing how to feed your baby can feel overwhelming, and most people end up with questions regardless of how many classes you take or books you read.

    I will work with you to answer your unique questions or discuss any challenges you are encountering related to lactation and feeding your baby human milk. Appointments can be completed both prenatally or after your baby has been born and feeding has been established.

    Some popular topics I help provide support and education for are:

    • What to expect during the first weeks of breastfeeding

    • Positioning and identifying a good latch

    • How to know if baby is getting enough milk

    • Choosing a breast pump

    • Creating a pumping and/or feeding schedule

    • Returning to work

    • Weaning

    • When to turn to seek additional help, and what resources exist

    Please note that although this is customized education based on your specific needs and interests, it is not a comprehensive assessment of how your baby is feeding. I am not able to see anyone who is actively struggling with weight gain or whose provider has diagnosed them with Failure to Thrive. 

    Prior to us scheduling our call, you must fill out this form. 

    Afterwards, I will reach out to schedule a time for us to meet or to suggest an alternative that I think would be a better fit for your needs.

  • I offer both virtual and in-person lactation education classes. These classes can be held as a group or individually.

    If you are interested in scheduling a class, or if you would like to host a class in your space please email me to discuss pricing and schedule a time.

    Breastfeeding Basics

    Get started on your breastfeeding journey with the knowledge and confidence on the basics of breastfeeding your newborn baby, and how to recognize if a feeding challenge arises. This class will primarily focus on establishing breastfeeding and the first six months, but we will also briefly cover extended nursing into toddlerhood. 

    Topics discussed will include:

    • Establishing breastfeeding in the early weeks

    • The benefits of human milk 

    • Timing of feedings 

    • Positioning and latching 

    • Choosing and using a breastpump

    • Nutrition for breastfeeding

    • Breastfeeding complications and when to seek help 

    • Returning to work 

    • Available resources to support your journey 

  • Are you wanting to improve the way your company supports lactating parents?

    I offer a variety of options to help companies improve the benefits they offer their employees, so both lactating parents and their spouse/partner can feel supported and capable of balancing their career and parenthood.

    Reach out so we can discuss specific services offered and how we can work together.