Marsha R. | Doula in Sarasota, FL

    Practice overview

    Caring for families has been my passion for many years. In 1984 I became a nurse and first time mom. My career in women and childrens health began that same year and I haven't looked back. I have raised 3 wonderful children and I'm a proud grandmother to 2 adorable boys. Over the years I have had the opportunity to assist in the care of families in the hospital, physicians office and homes. Currently I am employed as a childbirth educator and lactation counselor teaching evidenced based baby care, breastfeeding, prepared childbirth and infant cpr. I would love to have a conversation on ways I can assist you on your journey to parenthood.

    Years experience

    37

    Families supported

    100

    Care philosophy

    I believe that every birthing family needs and deserves nurturing before during and after the birth of their baby.

    Services

    • Childbirth education
    • Lamaze classes
    • Doula support
    • Adoption doula support
    • Postpartum doula support
    • Health and Fitness
    • Lactation support
    • In-home lactation visits
    • Newborn care
    • Baby nurse
    • Newborn nannying
    • Night nannying
    • Other
    • Babywearing

    Specialties and Experience

    • Cesarean birth
    • Clients on bed rest
    • Domestic violence
    • Families conceiving with ART and IVF
    • High-risk pregnancy
    • Induced and high medical technology labor and birth
    • LGBTQ
    • Multiples
    • Over 40
    • People of color
    • Plus size
    • Postpartum mood disorders
    • Prematurity
    • Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
    • Previous life trauma
    • Single parents
    • Special needs babies
    • Surrogacy
    • Survivors of sexual abuse
    • Teen parents
    • Vaginal breech birth
    • VBAC

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • Licensed Practical Nurse
    • Certified Breastfeeding Counselor
    • Childbirth Educator

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    Pricing packages

    Classes
    Private or group classes. Prepared childbirth class $150.00. Infant Care class$60.00. Breastfeeding class $60.00 Breastfeeding support $50.00/hour. Discounted classes for larger groups
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options

    4th Trimester Care Packages
    I offer flexible packages to fit your needs and price range. Lets talk more about the support you are looking for! 1. Care for birth parent to promote rest and recovery. 2. Care of newborn 3. Lactation support 4. Education for entire family *infant cues * soothing * diapering * bathing * cord care * circ care * safe sleep * safety * feeding and kangaroo care 5. Light housekeeping 6. Sibling care
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options

    Location

    Areas served

    • Sarasota, Florida
    • and surrounding areas

    • Angie
      March 11, 2020 at 6:11 am | Client review

      My husband and I attended a breastfeeding class that Marsha taught and we really loved her teaching style and approach with new parents. I left that class feeling confident and ready to breastfeed. After I had my son, maybe 3 weeks in, I was having some latch issues and I called Marsha and she encouraged me over the phone but also came to the house and helped me figure out what was and wasn’t working. We tried different holds and latch techniques until I felt comfortable. We have had her back a few times since then and she has helped me gain self confidence as a new mom. I was so overwhelmed in the first few months and I am not sure what I would have done without her! I would recommend her to anyone I know with babies.

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