Alexandra Klein
As a Mother and Doula, I firmly believe:
pregnancy is a physiological process and often does not need intervention
there are occasions when medical intervention and management is necessary
birth is a sacred passage where an infant is born and new parent is created
postpartum recovery is best when honored, so I highly recommend a slow is fast mentality
we are SO MUCH more than our pre-baby body
our body and mind are capable of more than we will ever truly understand
Childbirth Education & Birth Prep
This course is comprised of 3-4 educational meet ups starting as early as 13 weeks. In order to get the most out of these appointments, there is required reading. In CBE appointments, we would review labor prep/pain management, the process of birth, placenta birth, immediate postpartum care, basic infant care, and breastfeeding basics.
In-Person Doula Support
As a birth Doula, I pride myself on being by your side when you and/or your partner determine you need more support. Whether you are a first-time birther or veteran, birth often brings us to the end of ourselves. This is where you may desire the confidence, strength, and knowledge of someone outside of yourself that understands what you are processing. I provide emotional and physical support for the birthing person; in prenatal appointments, I also teach the partner/support person tools and techniques so they can also support the birthing person.
(4+ prenatal appointments, phone/text/email support, access to my personal reading materials, on-call support from 37-42 weeks, in-person labor and birth support, and 2+ postpartum visits)
*This package does require some sort of birth/family education. I highly recommend local out-of-hospital resources, online resources, in addition to local hospital classes if planning a hospital birth.
Virtual Support
All care as listed in the In-Person Doula Support role but modified and managed through Facetime, Zoom, Text, and Video chats.