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A virtual doula provides you with the same level of compassionate, unbiased support, but with a phone or computer screen in between. Our customized virtual support gives you what you need, in the way that works best for you.


FULL VIRTUAL DOULA PACKAGE

This includes the "Rock your birth", and "Tuning into birth" virtual sessions, unlimited email, phone, and text communication, including weekly check ins from 37 weeks gestation until 3 weeks post birth, 12 videos of "Doula insider tips", handy handouts, worksheets, and interactive quizzes, virtual doula support on game day, and the "From surviving to thriving" postpartum consult.

$700+HST

JUST THE BASICS

Birth is a dance, let me teach you some moves.

This is for the family who does not want support on game day but wants access to an experienced doula. These virtual session with help you and your partner feel prepared and confident for whatever comes your way.


"ROCK YOUR BIRTH" session

$75+HST


In this virtual session we will explore:


  • The pain medication preference scale and how your partner can use that to guide their support

  • Comfort and pain coping strategies

  • Specific techniques you and your partner can use based on your physiology, coping responses, and birthing environment

  • Tapping into the tools and resources you already possess, and acknowledging how the two of you will practice good communication and self-care in labour

  • Expectations for game day
  • "TUNING INTO BIRTH" SESSION

    $75+HST


    In this virtual session we will explore:


  • Discussing the worksheets you have completed,

  • What information vaginal exams give us and questions to ask your care provider

  • Timing contractions

  • Identifying what areas may be challenging for the two of you, exploring ways to decrease the chances of it happening, developing strategies and techniques to deescalate if it does happen, and identify what added support you might need from each other, or the staff if that situation arises

  • Addressing fears

  • Your hopes for the birth and early days with baby

  • Breastfeeding – what is normal and when to call for help
  • "FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING" POSTPARTUM CONSULT

    $75+HST


    You get two hours to ask questions, and talk over any concerns you have, from postpartum healing, to life with your new baby.


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    I believe that birth matters and support is not a luxury.

    It is important to me that all people have access to doula support. If finances are an issue we can discuss options regarding your virtual support.


    Have a question? Let's talk. To set up your complimentary consult and to learn more about the incredible labour support you'll receive by choosing Birth Beginnings,

    Michelle Haché
    905-464-8076
    michelle@birthbeginnings.com