Before the birth, Lindsey:
is on call for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as your personal doula
meets with you at least two times to help you prepare for the birth you desire
gives you access to her referral list and lending library

 

When you begin labor, Lindsey:
arrives at your home or birth place when you feel you need her and remains with you continuously throughout your entire labor
provides emotional support, physical comfort, and non-clinical advice to help your labor progress optimally
draws on her knowledge and experience as she reassures, encourages, and comforts you
remains sensitive to your partner’s needs, and willing to offer them advice on ways to support you

 

After the birth, Lindsey:
rejoices with you!
stays for an hour or two to ensure your comfort and smooth transition, while offering you space to be alone with your new family if you desire
helps you establish breastfeeding with your new baby
meets with you after a few days postpartum to make sure you are adjusting well and to thoughtfully revisit your birth experience together
brings a typed birth story for your baby