THE EXTRA LABOR SUPPORT YOU NEED

Own your power as you birth your baby with the supportive presence of a Seaside Doula! 

You’ve set your intentions for the birth of your baby! 

You have big goals, and you are confident that you will achieve them! 

And guess what? So are we!

Imagine having someone on your side to reduce fear and instill strength as you welcome your baby earthside. Your childbirth experience is one that you will remember for the rest of your life. The supportive in-person presence of your Seaside Doula affirming you, and providing physical comfort as you labor will take your experience to the next level. 

Seaside Doulas, reducing fear and inspiring empowered birth.

COMFORT
When one visualizes childbirth, comfort is not typically a word that comes to mind. As several health professionals (midwives, nurses, OBs) enter and exit your birthing space, your doula’s comforting presence will remain constant. Our doulas are trained to assist birthing parents with physical and emotional comfort measures, tools for breathwork, counter pressure for grounding and easing pain, massage techniques, and so much more. With Seaside Doulas, your comfort as you welcome your baby is our priority. 

COMMUNICATION

As you establish your birthing intentions, communication will be key. As waves of contractions crash over your shore, and the physical exhaustion begins to set in, it is easy to lose sight of your intentions for this experience. For many birthing parents, communication with their midwives, nurses, OBs and each other, can get lost at sea. Enlisting a labor support doula as part of your childbirth crew strengthens the communication of your wants and needs throughout your entire birthing process. 

CONFIDENCE

Maybe you’ve never done this before, or maybe you have. Regardless, let’s remember, every birth experience is completely unique. We’ve been with hundreds of families as they welcomed their precious new addition[s] and know for certain that no two birth experiences are alike. Your doula’s role is to reach deep and pull out the confidence that we believe exists within you. Childbirth challenges you mentally, often burying the confidence deep within. Seaside Doulas assists new families in bringing that confidence to the surface. 

What you can expect when you add Seaside Doulas to your birth Experience:

• Excellent communication regarding your intentions and needs

• Knowledge and educational tools and resources

• Physical and mental comfort measures throughout labor and childbirth

• An thorough understanding of the routine protocols in the birth environment of your choice

• A thorough understanding of the anatomical stages of labor and the support that goes with it

• Physical support, breath support, comfort measures, counter pressure and massage

• Thorough knowledge of options regarding interventions and medications

• Ability to help navigate challenges posed during childbirth

• A trusted confidante to look to during the changing stages of labor and birth

Your Prenatal Visit

The Prenatal Visit is a time to explore your options and desires for birth. In this safe space your hopes, intentions and even fears regarding birth will be discussed without judgment or bias. Options will be presented and alternative ideas will surface. Your doula will help you identify and clarify your intentions for your birth. This is also an excellent time to bond with your partner and doula, as their presence will comfort you throughout the remainder of your pregnancy. 

Your Birth

Consider your doula on-call from the moment you engage our labor doula services. As labor begins introducing itself to your body, your doula will be available by call, text or email. As soon as your doula’s physical presence is requested, consider them en route! By the time the waves are really crashing, your doula will be physically present; by your side. The physical, emotional and educational comforts that come with in-person doula support will help empower you on your journey into childbirth. 

Your Postpartum Visit

The voyage doesn’t end after the birth of your baby. Your postpartum visit is a time for your doula to check in on your physical and emotional and well-being. Your doula will make sure you and your baby are receiving the proper “nourishment” for you both to recover and adjust from giving birth. Your doula will discuss parenting philosophies, and help you create and implement strategies that support those philosophies. 

Contact us today to learn more about how our doulas can enhance your labor and birth experience!