Christie D. | Doula in MI

Modern Mother Goddess LLC

    Practice overview

    Just as no two people are the same, no two births are the same either. That’s why I am committed to helping families navigate the healthcare system and understand the process of labor and birth. I am a trained birth doula, a member of DONA International, and a Certified Lactation Counselor through the ALPP. I love learning new skills and constantly strive to further my education.
    My own experiences with motherhood have taught me the importance of listening to your body and your own intuition, as well as the necessity to advocate for women’s rights - especially during childbirth.

    Whether you’re a first-time birther or a seasoned mom, you need a knowledgeable support person in your corner. As your doula, I bring skills and knowledge to the birth team that no one else can offer. I want to help you feel confident and autonomous by providing you with evidence-based information as well as empathy and space-holding, so that you can make the best informed decisions for your body, your baby, and your birth.

    Sliding scale pricing available. Michigan Medicaid approved.

    Years experience

    10

    Families supported

    10

    Birth Rate

    2500

    Hourly Rate

    $75

    Care philosophy

    How you give birth matters.
    Research tells us that parents remember the birth of their children for their entire lives, right down to the smallest details. What happens during childbirth can also have long-lasting effects on self esteem, self confidence, and parenting.

    I can help you get clear about your desires and find your own voice, so you can give birth on your terms.

    Services

    • Doula support
    • Birth doula support
    • Virtual doula support
    • Lactation support
    • In-home lactation visits
    • Virtual lactation visits

    Specialties and Experience

    • Cesarean birth
    • Domestic violence
    • High-risk pregnancy
    • Induced and high medical technology labor and birth
    • LGBTQ
    • Over 40
    • People of color
    • Postpartum mood disorders
    • Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
    • Previous life trauma
    • Single parents
    • Survivors of sexual abuse
    • Teen parents
    • VBAC
    • Waterbirth

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • Certified Lactation Counselor, ALPP
    • Certified Birth Doula, Heart + Soul Birth Pros
    • CPR - Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
    • Matrescence Mentor, Jessie Harrold
    • Childbirth Education for Doulas, Heart + Soul Birth Pros
    • DONA International Member
    • Survivor Moms' Companion Tutor, Growing Forward Together

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    Pricing packages

    Birth Package
    $ 2500
    Two 1-hour in-person prenatal visits to discuss your preferences and identify your unique needs to better prepare for your birth. One 1-hour virtual appointment to prepare your written birth plan. Unlimited phone/text/email support. 24/7 on-call availability for labor starting at 37 weeks of pregnancy. Support at home and/or hospital throughout labor until 1-2 hours after delivery. Assistance initiating breastfeeding/chestfeeding if requested. One 1-hour in-home follow-up visit one week after delivery . A follow-up call approximately 3 weeks postpartum to check in with you and your baby. Additional postpartum services available upon request.
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options

    Virtual Birth Plan Prep
    $ 75
    Talking about birth preferences can be overwhelming. There are so many different aspects to consider. You want to know what your options are, but it can be really hard to know what they all mean. While not every birth will always go according to plan, taking the time to talk to an expert, knowing what the evidence says, and having a well-researched wish list can go a long way towards feeling satisfaction with your experience. Having a birth plan helps everyone on your care team stay on the same page, and helps them better support your vision of childbirth. In just one hour I can help you begin to understand your choices, and get clearer on your desires, so that you can feel more confident and in control when the big day comes.

    In-Home Lactation Support
    $ 150
    This is usually a 1.5 to 2 hour consultation. Intake assessment Breast assessment Oral assessment of the baby Pre and post feeding weight check for baby Feeding observation Education on different nursing positions Flange fitting and pump education Customized care plan Referrals as needed

    Virtual Lactation Support
    $ 75
    This is usually a 1.5 to 2 hour consultation. Intake assessment Breast assessment Oral assessment of the baby Pre and post feeding weight check for baby Feeding observation Education on different nursing positions Flange fitting and pump education Customized care plan Referrals as needed

    Return to Work Plan (virtual)
    $ 75
    One hour visit covering: Personalized returning to work plan Breast pump education Flange fitting (breast pump) Storage education Tips on maintaining milk supply

    Return to Work Plan (in-home)
    $ 150
    One hour visit covering: Personalized returning to work plan Breast pump education Flange fitting (breast pump) Storage education Tips on maintaining milk supply

    Location

    Areas served

    • Allen Park, Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Belleville,
    • Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Brighton,
    • Canton, Chelsea, Chesterfield Township, Clarkston,
    • Clinton Township, Commerce, Dearborn, Detroit,
    • Dearborn Heights, Eastpointe, Farmington, Ferndale
    • Farmington Hills, Fowlerville, Franklin, Fraser,
    • Garden City, Grosse Pointe, Hamtramck, Howell,
    • Huntington Woods, Inkster, Keego Harbor, Livonia,
    • Lake Orion, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights,
    • Milford, Mount Clemens, New Boston, Northville,
    • Novi, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pontiac, Plymouth,
    • Redford, Rochester, Rochester Hills, Romulus,
    • Roseville, Royal Oak, St. Clair Shores, Salem,
    • South Lyon, Southfield, Sterling Heights, Taylor,
    • Troy, Walled Lake, Warren, Waterford, Wayne,
    • Westland, West Bloomfield, Wixom, Wolverine Lake,
    • Wyandotte, Ypsilanti and more!

    Collections

    • Brook
      June 1, 2023 at 11:18 am | Peer review
      5 /5

      Christie is very knowledgeable. She is very kind and caring. I love working with her, and I learn something new about the birth world every time we interact. Clients will not be disappointed when it comes to her supporting them.

    • Deirdre
      June 1, 2023 at 11:26 am | Peer review
      5 /5

      Christie is a wonderfully caring professional. She has a positivity and supportive nature that helps you through those moments (during labor) that are intense. I highly recommend her to be at any woman’s side.

    • Kendra
      June 14, 2023 at 1:22 am | Client review
      5 /5

      She’s an incredible doula. I’m so glad we chose to go with her.

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