Aly S. in Santa Rosa, CA

Family Focus Doula Care

    Practice overview

    I have been fascinated with birth since childhood and my curiosity intensified while in college. I grew up in the country taking care of animals and witnessing birth. One of my best childhood memories includes staying up late at night with a mama dog as she whelped her pups. Those experiences taught me how magical, yet ordinary life can be. The experience that cemented my decision to become a doula was the birth to my first baby. I became aware of those around me during this special moment, and how they made me feel. I will never forget my husband supporting me with his body weight, along with my midwives’ knowing and reassuring smile. The love and encouragement I received made me feel safe, and capable, not just in birthing but also in caring for my baby as a new mother. Providing this sense of honor, respect and belief to the families I serve is profoundly important and that is why I became a doula.

    Years experience

    6

    Families supported

    50

    Care philosophy

    My goal is to create an environment that is safe, respected, inclusive, meaningful and supported. My focus is to help individuals and families feel confident and connected as they experience the birth of their baby. Helping work through any anxiety or fear as they visualize what they would like for their birth knowing that whatever route it takes they are strong, capable, and held.

    Services

    • Doula support
    • Birth doula support
    • Postpartum doula support
    • Lactation support
    • In-home lactation visits
    • Placenta encapsulation

    Specialties and Experience

    • Cesarean birth
    • LGBTQ
    • Over 40
    • Single parents
    • VBAC
    • Waterbirth

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • DONA Trained
    • Newborn Care Specialist Training
    • Spinning Babies Training
    • Hypnotherapy during labor
    • Rebozo Workshop
    • Certified Lactation Specialist

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    Pricing packages

    Basic Birth Doula Package
    $ 1250
    Includes: One prenatal meeting to discuss your desires for birth, how I can support you best as well as the birthing process. Help creating your birth plan Access to/overview of Motherboard birth education and planning Rebozo with instruction for comfort, labor support and connection Continuous birth support: in-home, hospital, or birth center Assistance in establishing first feeding Photography during labor/birth (if desired) Arrival 1 to 2 hours after birth to assist with breastfeeding One postpartum follow-up visit Unlimited phone/text/e-mail support with holistic counseling/resources throughout your pregnancy and early postpartum.

    Postpartum Doula Support
    $ 35 /hr
    Includes: Running errands (i.e. light grocery shopping, Meal preparation Light housekeeping Care for baby when parents want to shower, nap, or spend some special time with older child(ren) Nursery organization Help with older children Resources and Referrals Non-judgemental family support Informational Support Help understanding baby cues Soothing techniques Diapering and newborn care Newborn feeding support Infant sleep solutions Babywearing assistance Hands-on education for infant and mama care Help understanding baby cues Soothing techniques Diapering and newborn care Newborn feeding support Infant sleep solutions Babywearing assistance Offering a listening and non-judgemental ear Birth experience processing Caring for birthing pe

    Breastfeeding Care Package
    $ 100
    In-home postpartum consultation The first 3 weeks of learning to breastfeed are the most important and set the stage for the duration of the journey. In this visit I will address any concerns, assist in feeding your new little one and provide peace and confidence. ​Determine if Newborn is getting enough milk Help with proper latch and assuring milk transfer Provide practical and nutritional suggestions to increase milk supply Help establish a healthy breastfeeding relationship Suggest further references when necessary Also Includes remote support via phone or email to provide guidance around any questions or concerns that come up.

    Location

    Areas served

    • Sonoma county, Marin county, San Francisco

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