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What is a doula?The word "doula" comes from the Ancient Greek word meaning "a woman who serves." In modern day terms it is used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period. A doula...-provides physical and emotional support and assistance in gathering information for a woman and her partner during labor and birth-offers help and advice on comfort measures such as breathing, relaxation, movement and positioning-assits the woman and her partner to become informed about the course of her labor and their options-provides continuous emotional reassurance and comfortA doula does NOT...-perform clinical tasks, such as vaginal exams or fetal heart rate monitoring-diagnose medical conditions, offer second opinions or give medical adviceWhy use a doula?Numerous clinical studies have found that a doula's presence at birth:-tends to result in shorter labors with fewer complications-reduces negative feelings about one's childbirth experience--reduces the need for pitocin (a labor-inducing drug), forceps or vacuum extraction and cesareans--reduces the mother's request for pain medication and/or epidurals Research shows parents who receive support can:-feel more secure and cared for-are more successful in adapting to new family dynamics-have greater success with breastfeeding-have greater self-confidence-have less postpartum depression-have lower incidence of abuseServing all of North Georgia & Surrounding Areas personalized birth plans in North Georgia, doula services, pregnancy, pre-natal care, labor and delivery assistance, breastfeeding assistance,
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Pam Avery
About MeMy name is Pam Avery, I am a 52 year old mother of five children ranging from the ages of 16 to 26. I have been happily married for 30 years to my high school sweetheart, Kenneth Avery. We currently own a home in Cumming, Georgia. Why I Became a DoulaPregnancy and birth have always been my passion and the sanctity of life, my mission. I am drawn to pregnant women and my desire to help and encourage them has given me the desire to pursue becoming a doula.My CertificationI am a certified doula through DONA International. I have observed a series of childbirth classes, completed a doula workshop, a breastfeeding workshop, completed an essay that demonstrated the integral concepts of labor support and a Basic Knowledge Self Assessment Test. I have also received positive evaluations from clients, doctors and nurses along with detailed observations from a minimum number of births. As Your Birth Doula:-I understand the physiology of birth and your emotional needs before, during and just after you deliver.-I will uphold your birth experience as a precious memory you will treasure forever.-I will assist you in preparing for and fulfilling your birth plan.-I will stay with you throughout your labor.-I will provide emotional support and physical comfort measures including massage, aromatherapy, relaxation techniques, breathing and positional techniques.-I will provide an objective viewpoint and help you get the information you need to make an informed decision about your birth.-I will help with the communication between you, your partner and your clinical care providers.-I will encourage your partner to participate at their comfort level.
About Cindy
About MeMy name is Cindy Martin. My husband Ricky and I have been married 25 years. When we met we already had 2 children, a boy and a girl. Together we had three, 2 boys and a girl. We have been very determined to raise all the children as one family, not seperate. They have a close bond and that is something both Ricky and I take great pride in. I thoroughly enjoyed each of my pregnancies. My only regret is that I wish I knew then what I know now. My first son was born by cesarean weighing 9lb. 11oz. My daughter was a planned cesarean weighing 9lb. 14oz. My third, our son is what I call a miracle. I had a VBAC and from onset of labor to delivery was 3 hours 40 minutes, and I had never labored before!My family is my heartbeat and being pregnant and giving birth is the most special and memorable time for a woman which is why being a doula and supporting other women is my passion. I long to educate and help women understand their options in giving birth and hopefully make it as wonderful an experience as they want it to be.My CertificationI am a certified doula through DONA International. I have observed a series of childbirth classes, completed a doula workshop, a breastfeeding workshop, completed an essay that demonstrated the integral concepts of labor support and a Basic Knowledge Self Assessment Test. I have also received positive evaluations from clients, doctors and nurses along with detailed observations from a minimum number of births. As Your Birth Doula:-I understand the physiology of birth and your emotional needs before, during and just after you deliver.-I will uphold your birth experience as a precious memory you will treasure forever.-I will assist you in preparing for and fulfilling your birth plan.-I will stay with you throughout your labor.-I will provide emotional support and physical comfort measures including massage, aromatherapy, relaxation techniques, breathing and positional techniques.-I will provide an objective viewpoint and help you get the information you need to make an informed decision about your birth.-I will help with the communication between you, your partner and your clinical care providers.-I will encourage your partner to participate at their comfort level.
Cindy Martin
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Services & Fees
Services-Two prenatal visits to discuss the parent's desires and preparation for birth. (does not include the interview-Phone support as needed during pregnancy and immediate postpartum-Assistance in creating birth plan-Labor and delivery support as needed-Breastfeeding support as needed after delivery-Emotional, physical and informational support during labor and birth-Will accompany client to office for 1 prenatal appointmentFees*$600.00 total fee*$100.00 non-refundable retainer fee, due upon selecting me as your doula*$300.00 due two weeks before your due date. If the baby is born before this time, your payment is due within ten days after the birth. If an induction is scheduled, payment is due before the scheduled date.*$200.00 due within ten days after the birth of your baby. This may be paid when I come for your postpartum visit.
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