Are you feeling stressed about the prospect of giving birth? It’s entirely natural to have concerns, whether it’s the fear of pain or the uncertainty surrounding childbirth. In our culture, there’s often a deep-seated fear of the birthing process.
At Orchid Nest, our team of doulas is here to provide you with personal support and advocacy, allowing you and your partner to relax and be fully present as you welcome your new addition to the world. We possess a profound understanding of both physiological birth and high-risk medical situations, covering everything in between. We collaborate with clients during the prenatal period to help them articulate their birth and newborn preferences. Our primary objective is to align with your wishes without any hidden agendas. Even more importantly, we strive to equip you with all the necessary information to make well-informed decisions—a vital component for a positive birthing experience.
You’re invited to join us at our monthly Meet the Doula event, or you can schedule a private consultation, either online or at our office.
Investment starts at $1800, which includes two prenatal visits, comprehensive labor and birth support, and one postpartum visit. Additionally, we offer customizable packages to suit your unique needs and preferences.
Juliana's Experience
I wish I could give them 10 stars!! My first pregnancy ended with a traumatic delivery, I did not have a doula and felt like my medical team wasn’t listening, I had 2 failed epidurals and after a lot of panic and pain, birthed my son. I knew that this time around, I wanted the support of a professional. The Orchid Nest came highly recommended online so my husband and I decided to take part in their Meet Our Doulas event (on zoom). We were delighted at how wonderful they all were but ultimately decided to hire Solange. Best decision ever!!!! Solange has a warm and calming energy, she clicked with our family right away. At the end of my pregnancy, my OB suggested I have a scheduled c-section due to baby’s supposed large size (I did not want a c-section at all!!!). It was a difficult decision for me considering I could be putting my baby or myself at risk…but Solange was sooo helpful and supportive, she provided me with tons of articles and birth facts to aid in my decision whichever way it went, was never pushy, and never put me down for deciding to have a scheduled induction at 39 weeks. She was wonderful and communicative, and when the day came, she was by my side. She turned our sterile little hospital room into a cozy nest filled with twinkle lights, inspirational quotes, and comforting scents. Solange is so knowledgeable in comfort techniques, laboring positions, aromatherapy, and breathing techniques. For a mom prone to heavy panic attacks, she was a godsend, not to mention was very supportive to my husband who wants to help but isn’t always sure how. As it turns out, my baby was as large as expected, I was able to push him out without tearing or complication! I understand that a doula isn’t an affordable service for every family but think of it as a very valuable investment. I could not have done it without our doula’s support. Thank you Solange, and The ON!
FAQ
Labor Doula Services
We are often asked if “My partner will feel left out?” Many think that a doula takes over the role of the partner. We understand that most partners know you better than we ever will and they bring that intimate knowledge to birth to support you in their own familiar style. Even if they aren’t sure exactly how to support you during labor they know your fears, preferences and desires. We view labor and birth as an opportunity to deepen your relationship and will do everything possible to make that happen. We will work with your partner by encouraging them, offering guidance and suggestions when needed, reminding them to practice self care, and more. We can’t count the times that partners who reluctantly agreed to adding a doula to the birth team declares that they will have a doula for every birth!
Nope! While you may need less physical support if you get an epidural there are emotional and informational ways your doula can support you. Your doula will still do things like massage and position changes to ensure that your labor continues to progress efficiently. They will also support you in the early phases of your labor and then help you choose the best time to get your epidural.
A doula can absolutely add value for a Cesarean birth! Many local hospitals will allow your partner and your doula into the operating room. In the event that your doula is unable to be present in the operating room she will meet you upon arrival at the hospital and be waiting for you in your room after baby is born. She will assist you with baby feeding, self care and help advocate your preferences with staff.
Labor nurses are trained to provide medically sound, knowledge based and extremely competent care in all possible scenarios of birth. They manage medications, physician orders, obstetrical complications as well as any additional healthcare concerns that a pregnant woman may be experiencing. In contrast, the role of the doula is to be 100% focused on the physical and emotional well being of the woman (and her partner) in labor. Our doulas do not work for the hospital or your doctor/midwife, they work exclusively for you. They are comfortable advocating your preferences and ensuring that you have all of the information to make any needed decisions. While both roles are very important, they are very different.