pregnancy + birth consulting

Through my consulting practice I offer women (and their partners/ families) positive encouragement and support around making healthy choices and conscious decisions about their pregnancy and birth.

I provide referrals for midwives (homebirth or hospital based), doctors, doulas, complementary health care providers, birth and parenting classes, books, and other resources.

I help you envision where you would like to give birth, whether it be in a hospital, birth center or your own home.

I assist families in cultivating the tools they need to safely welcome their babies in a peaceful and loving way.

I listen to your concerns, answer questions, offer suggestions, and support your pregnancy and birth in a way that is unique for you.

Call or email to set up a free 15-minute phone consultation during which I can answer a few questions or provide you with information about how I can support you during your pregnancy.

We will then schedule a 90-minute visit after which I will provide you with a customized resource list. Approximately two weeks after our visit, I will schedule a 20-minute phone appointment to follow up and provide any additional support.

Some of the most commonly discussed topics:

Where to have the baby (if in a hospital, which one)
Choosing a care provider
What type of birth
How to prepare for a natural birth
Interviewing and hiring a Doula
What books to read
What type of birth education class
How to include a partner, friend or family member in the birth and preparation
Talking to family and friends about your birth choices
How family and friends can be supportive before, during, and after the birth
Ways to take care of oneself as far as exercise and nutrition
How to deal with various discomforts of pregnancy
Transitioning into parenthood
How to get more information about medical needs or concerns
Emotional obstacles to having your desired birth
How to advocate for yourself when in the hospital
Decision making while in labor
Whether or not to circumsize your baby boy, where to do it and with whom
Baby Shower/ Blessingway planning and coordination
Whether or not to include older siblings in the birth
Relaxation and breathing techniques for pregnancy, labor and birth
The difference between a natural birth and an undisturbed birth
...and so much more!