Our Doula Services
Earthside Doula co. is honored to offer you compassionate care and unwavering birth support. We are enthusiastic about learning the best ways to guide you through the transformation of childbirth, ensuring that your growing family is empowered, informed, and nurtured every step of the way.
A birth doula is more than a professional; they are a pillar of strength, knowledge, and empathy. We are trained experts in childbirth, offering emotional, physical, and informational assistance to both birthing parents and their partner(s)/support people. We provide personalized care that respects your choices and desires.
Every birth has a story. Our goal is to understand what you want yours to be, and guide you accordingly. We work closely with you to create a trusting and collaborative partnership, ensuring that you feel heard, valued, and empowered as you make important decisions for your birth experience.
Some of the ways we support you:
Personalized Birth Goal Guide (birth plan): Our birth doulas will assist you in creating a guide that reflects your preferences and goals, helping you navigate the various options available to you, no matter what setting you plan on laboring and delivering in.
Continuous Labor Support: From the time you say “I need you,” to the moment of birth, and 1-2 hours thereafter, your doula will be by your side, providing physical comfort measures, guidance for positioning, and a calming presence to ease any anxieties.
Communication and Advocacy: We ensure that you are well-informed about your choices, offering help with effective communication tools to use with those involved in your birth story. We are prepared to teach you ways to advocate for your preferences while maintaining a positive and collaborative atmosphere.
Choosing a birth doula is an intimate decision and we look forward to being a part of that process. Please submit a contact form whenever you are ready to learn more.
Birth Support
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2-3 prenatal appointments
• Some childbirth education
• Birth giver and partner/support people support
• Sibling education
• Physical, emotional, and mindfulness practices
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• Starting at $2000
• Sliding scales applies
• Deposit required at 32 weeks (if applicable)
Postpartum Doula Support
We offer a haven of support with our Postpartum doula care, where we create safe, healing spaces while you transition into life with a newborn(s). We can provide gentle suggestions based on our extensive training and experience, a helping hand with meals and laundry, feeding support, and anything else that could help the whole family bond with baby(s).
Imagine a trusted friend who has a hand for you to hold as you find your way through the early days of postpartum. Postpartum doulas are professionals, trained to provide practical assistance, a listening ear, and a reassuring presence. We collaborate with your family dynamic to create a soothing postpartum plan tailored to your needs; which means, the plans can be fluid and we can be as hands on or off as you wish.
Some of the ways we support you:
Chest/breast feeding and Feeding Support: Out postpartum doulas offer guidance on chest/breastfeeding and bottle-feeding techniques, helping parents establish a comfortable and successful feeding routine for their baby.
Rest and Self-Care: Adequate rest is crucial for postpartum recovery. Postpartum doulas encourage self-care and provide opportunities for parents to rest while they care for the baby.
Information and Education: Postpartum doulas share evidence-based information on postpartum recovery, infant care, and emotional well-being. They answer questions, address concerns, and provide resources that empower parents to make informed decisions.
Sibling and Family Integration: If there are older siblings/children in the home, we can assist with their adjustment to the new family dynamic and ensure that the family as a whole receives the support they need.
Non-Judgmental Guidance: Every family's postpartum journey is unique. We respect individual choices and offer non-judgmental guidance that aligns with the family's values and preferences.
We believe that your postpartum story is important. The well-being of all family members is our priority and we would be honored to be your friend with a hand for you to hold. Please submit a contact form whenever you are ready to learn more.
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• Daytime and overnight care
• 1 - 15 weeks of of care
• Start date as soon as you see fit
• Safe sleep and feeding education
• Sibling care (if applicable)
• Some cooking and cleaning
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• Hourly rate $40/hr
• Sliding scale applies
• Last 2 weeks of care required as deposit at signing of contract
Placenta Encapsulation
Placenta encapsulation is a traditional Chinese Medicine practice that transforms the placenta, the remarkable organ that nourishes and supports your baby during pregnancy, into easily consumable capsules. This process involves carefully dehydrating and encapsulating the placenta, creating a supplement rich in nutrients and believed to offer various postpartum benefits.
After childbirth, the placenta contains essential vitamins, minerals, hormones, and proteins that may contribute to postpartum well-being. Placenta encapsulation aims to harness these potential benefits, such as hormone regulation, increased energy levels, and support for lactation.
The encapsulation process involves thorough cleaning, steaming, dehydration, grinding, and encapsulating the placenta into easy-to-swallow capsules. These capsules can then be taken as a nutritional supplement during the postpartum period.
It's important to note that placenta encapsulation is a personal choice and not a substitute for medical care. While some individuals report positive experiences, scientific research on its benefits is limited and inconclusive. If you're considering placenta encapsulation, it's advised to consult your healthcare provider and ensure that you choose a reputable practitioner who follows strict hygiene and safety guidelines.
Placenta encapsulation is a practice deeply rooted in tradition and thought to offer potential postpartum support. As with any wellness approach, it's essential to make an informed decision that aligns with your beliefs and values, while prioritizing your health and well-being.
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• Encapsulation education
• Tools for safe handling and storage
• Service provided in your home
• Capsules, prints, and salves
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• Starting at $250
• Grant eligible
• Paid in full by first day of encapsulation process (2 day process)
Abortion doulas provide emotional, logistical, and informational support during an abortion experience. If needed and given consent, they can also provide physical support before during, and after an abortion. Abortion doulas do not provide or perform medical care. Please email Jo directly at jo@earthsidedoula.co to inquire about this support.
Abortion Support
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• Abortion education
• Complete anonymity
• Non judgmental support
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• Always free
2025 Availabiliy
Postpartum Care
September ‘24: Contact to Inquire
October ‘24: Fully Booked
November ‘24: 1 Fully Booked
December ‘24: Fully Booked
January: 1 Spot Available
February: 1 Spot Available
March: 2 Spots Available
April: 2 Spots available
May: 2 Spots Available
Birth Support
January: 2 Spots
March: 1 Spot
April: 1 Spot
May: 1 Spot
If I’m fully booked for your estimated due month, reach out & ask us about referrals!
Schedule a consult with us
Consults are free! This is a 30 minute phone call to get introduced and answer initial questions about the kind of care you need. Longer interviews and in-person meet & greets can be scheduled on this call.