birth + postpartum doula

 

Doulas aren't a new trend but an ancient tool that can have a big impact on your experience through birth and postpartum healing.

to support you + your body through life, birth + parenthood

I am currently revamping my birth and postpartum doula offerings as I adjust to working part time as a parent! stay tuned for what that will look like, and feel free to email me if you have any questions!

I am passionate about providing compassionate care and evidenced based information. I have the upmost respect for the body’s capability to birth and the importance of education and support to help birthing people find their voice, power and intuition in birthing and beyond.

 

Birth Doula Package

What’s Included:

  • a free, no obligation, consultation meeting to get to know each other and make sure we are a good fit

  • two prenatal visits

  • resources and evidence based information during your pregnancy

  • phone/text/email support during your pregnancy

  • labour and birth support, including attendance at your birth, regardless of length

  • postpartum support 1-2 hours after birth

  • help with initiating breastfeeding

  • one to two postpartum visits to help process your birth and offer support and resources as needed

Cost: $1000 + GST

*half of the fee required at first prenatal visit, and the remainder by 37 weeks pregnant.
**payment plans are available

Testimonials

“Friends of ours treated us to Revanna’s postpartum doula services because of how incredible their experience had been with her, and not to be dramatic but our own experience was life changing! She is truly skilled in the world of babies and new parents and we always really looked forward to her presence in our home. Our daughter Flora quickly came to love her, offering big smiles when she arrived and our bellies and hearts were always full when she left. I can’t imagine anyone doing as amazing a job as Revanna did, she has incredible intuition, communication, and has a natural finesse in supporting and helping in the tender postpartum time. We can’t recommend her enough.”

Amelia Wolfe, Postpartum Doula Client

“Revanna is a kind, empathetic, and knowledgeable doula. In the weeks following the birth of our first child, we wanted to connect with someone who would provide both reassurance and guidance for a wide range of new-parenting skills we were learning.

Upon meeting Revanna, she made us feel comfortable and at-ease. Her passion for helping families and babies was evident immediately.

Revanna helped us navigate breastfeeding techniques and how to use different styles of baby-carriers. She shared evidence-based knowledge about safe-sleeping practices, soothers, and bottle-feeding, and supported us in our decisions. In addition, Revanna was happy to promptly answer follow-up questions we had, and reached out to check-in on our new family weeks later.

We highly recommend Revanna for your postpartum care!”

Sarah Reilly & Sandesh Fernandez, Postpartum Doula Clients

“Revanna is amazing! I’m so glad she was my Doula, her passionate, strong, nurturing presence was integral to my pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences. She is incredibly well educated in all things birth related and was eager to share everything she’s learned while also gently encouraging me listen to my own inner wisdom.

Doula’s are invaluable. I’m so grateful to have had Revanna by my side.”

Elizabeth Gage, Birth Doula Client

“There is something to be said about a woman’s touch and more specifically Revanna’s touch. With Revanna's love and support, we were able to welcome Charlotte into our lives in a way that left me feeling empowered, strong and connected. Revanna’s support allowed me to trust my body and the process of natural delivery. In moments of difficulty, she gave me the strength I needed to stay with my birth plan and have the experience I was after. Her presence at my daughters’ birth will be something that has touched my life forever.”

Stephanie Scherbain, Birth Doula Client

“If you need a doula who can bring your anxiety down and bring a smile during a very stressful situation, she is the one for you. I became ill with postpartum anxiety and OCD two weeks after having our baby boy. Revanna was the person who was able to ground me and was help me through my panic attacks. She is very knowledgeable and she has a lot of resources to help you during this challenging time. She has a very special place in our hearts and very good memories even in the hard postpartum days. I would recommend her to anybody who wants a doula.”

Mélanie Boudreault-Dykes, Birth & Postpartum Doula Client

Postpartum Doula Packages

A postpartum doula is an amazing resource to have in what can be a very vulnerable and intense time. It’s like having an “auntie” who comes in a supports you in whatever postpartum experience you are having.

Some of the things I do as a postpartum doula:

  • answers to questions about postpartum and newborn care

  • emotional support

  • feeding support, whether breast or bottle

  • meal prep (I was a chef in a previous life and have lots of great one-handed snacks and nourishing meals for postpartum)

  • caring for baby so you’re able to do something restorative, like rest or shower

  • resources and referrals for more complex situations

Package #1 - $400+gst

  • 12 hrs of postpartum support

Package #2 - $670+gst

  • 21 hrs of postpartum support

Package #3 - $1260+gst

  • 42 hrs of postpartum support

The above packages include:

  • an introductory consultation to discuss your postpartum needs

  • phone, text, email support

If you are looking for something outside of these packages, for example just a single 3hr session, please reach out to me and we can chat.

Note: The hours of postpartum support are offered in a minimum of 3hr sessions and I only offer daytime support (not overnight)

 

 FAQ

  • A doula has training and experience above and beyond what you and your partner may have learned from a prenatal class. having a doula present gives not only you support but your partner as well, the presence of a doula allows your partner to not be your only support person. your doula does not replace the presence of your partner; but enhances it.

  • No, they are two different roles, but are very compatible with each other! a midwife is a health care provider, who, like a doctor/OB, cares for you and your baby through pregnancy and childbirth. a doula is not a medical professional, but an emotional/physical/mental support person. a doula never performs medical tasks, but attends to the mother’s practical and emotional needs.

  • Yes! Just like at a birth centre or home birth doulas are solely focused on you and your needs, whereas the doctors/midwives divide their attention between you and your baby. doulas work well with nurses and can provide continuous care, where as nurses shifts end, etc. a doula stays with you continuously, providing the support you need, in the way you need it, when you need it the most.

  • Yes, totally. epidurals and other pain medications helps with pain management, but the mental and emotional aspect of labour and birth are still very present even with pain medications. doulas offer comfort measures and support in the time leading up to when an epidural can be given and continue to support after.

  • It's never too early to hire a doula, but the ideal window is 5-6 months before your estimated due date to make use of the full scope of support a doula can offer. but, if you just found out about doulas and you're 8 months pregnant...it's not too late either!