Exceptional Holistic Birth Doula Support
SCHEDULE A DISCOVERY CALLI believe in compassionate, nonjudgmental birth support for all birthing people.
I believe birth is a sacred rite of passage, and that every birthing person deserves to make choices about birth from an empowered place.
I believe in informed consent, shared decision making, and client choice. I want what you want for your birth.
I am passionate about educating birthing people and their families on holistic practices in order to make informed decisions about their bodies and for their babies.
As a doula, I accompany you in labor to help ensure a safe and satisfying birth experience by providing emotional support, physical comfort, education, and advocacy.
As a doula...
I do not make decisions for you: I will help you get the information necessary to make an informed decision. I will also remind you if there is a departure from the “plans” you had prior to labor.
I do not give medical advice or perform clinical tasks: Such as blood pressure readings, fetal heart checks, or vaginal exams. I am there to provide only physical comfort, emotional support, education, and advocacy.
I do not speak to the staff on your behalf: I will discuss your concerns with you and suggest options, but you or your partner will speak on your behalf to the clinical staff.
Cherished Life Holistic Birth Doula Packages
Choose from 3 packages based on your needs. Each is carefully designed to provide you with the essential information and tools needed to feel prepared, supported, and uplifted in preparation for labor and birth.
*Packages start at $2,500 with a $500 retainer | The balance is due 30 days prior to your estimated due date.
*Payments plans available and professional support with how to use your FSA/HSA accounts for doula services.
LOVED
Offerings
- (3) 2 hr. doula prenatal sessions
- (1) postpartum visit within 2 weeks of birth
- 3 month unlimited yoga pass (live-virtual classes + on-demand library)
- childbirth education & materials
- birth affirmations
- nutrition & lifestyle tips for a healthy, holistic pregnancy
- birth planning/preferences for a vaginal and family-centered cesarean birth
- comfort measures & coping techniques
- birth partner guide
- 24/7 phone, text and email support (2 weeks surrounding your estimated due date)
- continuous labor support; remote during early labor, in-person during active labor/when additional physical support is needed
- "tuck-in" service for planned Cesareans or inductions
- postpartum planning/preferences
- breastfeeding/infant feeding resources and referrals
- curated list of pregnancy and postpartum resources
ADORED
Offerings
- (4) 2 hr. doula prenatal sessions including accompaniment to (1) OB/Midwife visit
- (1) postpartum visit within 2 weeks of birth
- 6 month unlimited yoga pass (live-virtual classes + on-demand library)
- childbirth education & materials
- birth affirmations
- nutrition & lifestyle tips for a healthy, holistic pregnancy
- birth planning/preferences for a vaginal and family-centered cesarean birth
- comfort measures & coping techniques
- birth partner guide
- 24/7 phone, text and email support (2 weeks surrounding your estimated due date)
- continuous labor support; remote during early labor, in-person during active labor/when additional physical support is needed
- "tuck-in" service for planned Cesareans or inductions
- postpartum planning/preferences
- breastfeeding/infant feeding resources and referrals
- curated list of pregnancy and postpartum resources
CHERISHED
Offerings
- (4) 2 hr. doula prenatal sessions including accompaniment to (1) OB/Midwife visit
- (2) postpartum visits - the first within 2 weeks of birth, the second will be an initial session with a Cherished Life preferred postpartum doula
- 6 month unlimited yoga pass (live-virtual classes + on-demand library)
- Blessingway (see description below)
- childbirth education & materials
- birth affirmations
- nutrition & lifestyle tips for a healthy, holistic pregnancy
- birth planning/preferences for a vaginal and family-centered cesarean birth
- comfort measures & coping techniques
- birth partner guide
- 24/7 phone, text and email support (2 weeks surrounding your estimated due date)
- continuous labor support; remote during early labor, in-person during active labor/when additional physical support is needed
- "tuck-in" service for planned Cesareans or inductions
- postpartum planning/preferences
- breastfeeding/infant feeding resources and referrals
- curated list of pregnancy and postpartum resources
A LA CARTE SERVICES
The Cherished Method Childbirth Eduction
Not sure you’re ready to commit to full doula services, but know you could benefit from focused and compassionate support, education, and preparation? Sign up for The Cherished Method Childbirth Education Class.
Prepare for labor, birth, and postpartum with this holistic, evidence-based class designed to empower expecting parents. Led by Vanya Francis and in partnership with Birth by Grace Midwifery, this engaging, interactive course covers:
- Birth Hormones: Understanding their role and how to optimize them for a smoother labor
- The Labor Process: Effacement, dilation, and fetal station explained
- Stages of Birth: Clinical and holistic perspectives — what to expect every step of the way
- Navigating Choices: Common interventions and how to make informed decisions
- Comfort & Coping: Techniques for managing labor sensations naturally and effectively
- Labor Positions: Explore yoga poses, movement, birth balls, progress and relief
- Partner Support: Practical tips for providing meaningful, confident support during labor
- Postpartum Planning: Preparing for physical recovery and emotional well-being
- Infant Feeding Basics: Guidance on breast and bottle-feeding and everything In between
Ready to feel empowered for your birth journey? Register today!
BLESSINGWAY
Many people are familiar with baby showers, a celebration of the new baby to come. Another celebration that some women partake in is often referred to as a Blessingway, or Mother’s Blessing. It is a gathering to honor and nurture the expecting Mother, usually held intimately with her closest loved ones.
The Blessingway has its origin from the Navajo (Diné) ceremonies. Blessingways, or Hózhójí, are used for positivity and good health and can be performed for numerous reasons. One way is to celebrate an expecting mother on her journey towards birth.
There are many different ways to honor an expecting mother during a Mother’s Blessing ceremony like:
- Offering words of wisdom
- Adorning the Mother's head with a crown
- Washing the Mother’s feet
- Wearing the same ribbon until birth
- Lighting a candle when the Mother goes into labor
While each Mother’s Blessing is unique, the intent is the same: to honor, nurture, and uplift the Mother on her journey into motherhood!
What’s Included:
- 2 hr Blessingway ceremony
- Vanya as the Blessingway Guide
- Ceremony planning session with ceremony overview
- Invitation Template
YOGA MEMBERSHIP
Yoga is one of the best ways to sustain an optimal pregnancy while preparing your mind, body and spirit for the journey of labor, birth and postpartum. With this in mind, Cherished Life offers a monthly memberships to help ensure your commitment to your best self and baby during this important time in life.
What’s included?
- live-virtual yoga and movent classes
- unlimited access to a growing on-demand library of classes
- access to Cherished Moms (our private community)
- discounts on special events centering your journey
Please visit our Yoga + Community page for more information.