Birth Support
A birth doula is a trained and certified professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to the mother before, during, and just after birth. Studies have shown that when a doula attends a birth, labor is shorter with fewer complications, the baby is healthier, and they breastfeed more easily.
Ultimate Package
Includes 2 prenatal visits, unlimited phone support, on-call starting at 37
weeks, 20 contracted hours of face to face support during all stages of labor,
immediate postpartum care up to two hours, and a postpartum visit.
Essential Package
Includes 1 prenatal visit, phone support during business hours (9am-2pm, 6pm-9pm), on-call starting at 37 weeks, 12 hours of face to face support starting at
active labor (4-1-1 rule or 5cm dilation), immediate postpartum care up to one
hour, and a virtual postpartum follow up.
Postpartum Support
A postpartum doula is a professional support person trained in the needs of the family in the days, weeks, and months after birth or the addition of a new baby. Postpartum doulas offer non-judgmental support, guidance, evidence-based education, and practical hands-on support immediately after birth through the first year. Postpartum doulas help with newborn care, infant feeding, mother care, light housework, transitions for siblings, organization, establishing routines, and much more!
Monthly Packages
Premier Support | 40 hours
Ultimate Support | 30 hours
Essential Support | 20 hours
*Postpartum Support is available Monday-Friday*
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Childbirth Education
A childbirth educator provides evidenced based information about pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. She facilitates learning about infant feeding, infant care and parenting styles. The educator acts as a resource for information about a variety of pregnancy and parenting topics. She encourages parents to ask questions and be active participants in their pregnancy and birth experiences. She will also provide information about birth options, interventions and how to evaluate the benefits and risks of each.
IN-PERSON GROUP CLASSES
TIA Doula Services is partnering with It Takes a Village and other local doulas in Sussex County, NJ to provide affordable childbirth classes! Designed for Mama’s & Partners. These classes will educate, equip, and empower you for pre-labor, labor, birth, and the early postpartum period. You’ll learn techniques to create a calm, confident, and supported birth experience.
VIRTUAL | ONE-ON- ONE CLASSES
Need personal guidance on prenatal nutrition, birth plans, childbirth, or planning for postpartum? These 60-90 minute appointments will leave your mind and body set at ease! Go to the “Let’s Connect” page to start the conversation now!
Yoga
Yoga has been used as a means of relaxation and centering for centuries. The use of yoga during prenatal and postpartum months is so beneficial to you, your baby, and others around you. With gentle movement, breathing techniques, and encouraging conversation yoga allows the space for you to take a step back from the daily stressors of life and turn inward to reconnect mind, body, and spirit. Click your preferred class below to save your spot on the mat! Classes take place at “It Takes a Village” in Hamburg, NJ.
Breastfeeding Counseling
In the early days following the birth of a child, it is common for women to experience challenges with breastfeeding. A Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) provides informational, emotional and practical support of breastfeeding. While a CBC does not perform any clinical evaluation or tasks, here is a list of what you would expect from consulting with TIA.
- Enlightening education and empowering support to families during the prenatal and postpartum period.
- Offering unbiased, non-judgemental breastfeeding education to families and professionals.
- Identifying and advocating for aspects of breastfeeding management that facilitate optimal health outcomes.
- Assessing breastfeeding using a multi-faceted approach.
- Facilitating latch, positioning, and maintenance of supply to support mom’s personal breastfeeding goals.
- Successfully helping lactating mothers, their babies and families through listening, asking open-ended questions, validating feelings, and educating.
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