Leonie McDonald
•One complimentary (30 minute) virtual consultation to get to know each other and confirm if I am a good fit for your needs.
•24/7 Call/Text/Email support from the moment deposit is paid and contract is signed.
•One, 60-90 minute virtual (unless otherwise discussed) prenatal preparation session around 28-30 weeks to discuss hopes and expectations for your birth in depth. We will go over the phases of labor, medical interventions, review evidence-based research, craft a birth plan, and prepare for the postpartum period. I will make sure you are fully supported and prepared for your labor and delivery.
•One, 60-90 minute virtual (unless otherwise discussed) preparation session around 36 weeks. This is where we will discuss comfort measures, positional work, and techniques to help you cope with labor.
•A carefully curated shopping list- This will include items that I have found to be absolute NECESSITIES for pregnancy, labor, nursing, and postpartum recovery. (think oils, tinctures, nipple cream, perineal spray, postpartum undies, the best bounce back leggings.) I will dish it all.
•In person birth support— I will begin being on call at 38 weeks. Once your labor has begun and you feel that you are ready for the extra level of support, I will join you at the hospital or at your home (if you are having a homebirth) and will be there to support you until your baby is in your arms. My services will be customized to your needs. I will advocate for you and your birth plan during labor and can provide both hands on and hands off support. Encouragement, massage, counter pressure, assisting position changes, etc. I would also be more than happy to take pictures & video using your phone. Once your baby is born, I will assist with things like skin to skin, initial breast or bottle-feeding support, or grabbing you a well-deserved snack! Once you feel ready, I will leave you to enjoy your newly expanded family.
•24/7 Call/Text/E-mail support for 6 weeks Postpartum. I will be readily available in the days and weeks following your birth to answer any questions and provide advice and resources to ensure you have the support you need as you settle in with your new little one. This will also allow us time to process your entire birth experience, write your birth story, and marvel at your newborn and all you have accomplished.
This package is PERFECT for those of you..
—who desire everything that a birth doula has to offer but would rather keep your in person birth support team very small.
—who do not have the budget for in person birth support.
—who live too far for me to travel to your birth.
This package is identical to the Belly, Birth, and Beyond package (details above) MINUS the “in person” birth support. Since I will not be attending the birth with this package, I would LOVE for your husband or labor support person to join us on both of the virtual labor preparation sessions so we could discuss the BEST ways to advocate for your birth plan as well as assist with comfort measures, optimal positions, coping techniques, etc.
Though these services are virtual, the support, information, and encouragement you’ll receive from me during the prenatal AND postpartum period will be thorough and leave you feeling confident! You do not want to miss out on this!! As with all my services, flexible payment plans are ALWAYS available!
•One complimentary (30 minute) virtual consultation to get to know each other and confirm if I am a good fit for your needs.
•24/7 Call/Text/Email support from the moment deposit is paid and contract is signed.
One, 60-90 minute virtual (unless otherwise discussed) prenatal preparation session around 28-30 weeks to discuss hopes and expectations for your cesarean birth in depth. I would love for you to openly express ways you would like for me to support and advocate for you during your cesarean. We will work together to craft a birth plan and prepare for the postpartum period.
•A carefully curated cesarean centered shopping list- This will include items that belly birth mommas for all over the United States have recommended as absolute NECESSITIES for pregnancy, surgery, nursing, and postpartum recovery. (think oils, tinctures, pillows, nipple cream, perineal spray, postpartum undies, the best post c- section clothing.)
•I know cesareans are usually scheduled, but until that date is nailed down, I will plan to be on call 2 weeks before your estimated due date. And we will adjust that window as your pregnancy deems necessary.
•During your cesarean, I will hold space, lighten the mood however I can, support Dad, and if you would be comfortable- I would
LOVE to capture High-resolution photos of your baby entering the world, mom and dad's first reactions, and the divine golden hour after meeting your babe, including introducing siblings, first latch etc. I am NOT a professional photographer but I love taking pictures and would love for you to send me Pinterest inspo of shots and moments that you would love documented. (if you would like to utilize this, I ask only that you provide me with an SD memory card. I will put this card in my camera and leave it with you when I go.)
•Post surgery, I will accompany you to recovery, and assist with any postpartum tasks from walking, using the restroom, diaper changes, initial breastfeeding, to fetching you a much-deserved snack. Once you feel ready, (up to two hours) I will leave you to enjoy your newly expanded family.
•One (1 hour) postpartum visit in your home within 7 days of your baby's birth. During this time, I can assist with baby while you nap, relax, or shower. I can play with big siblings while you and dad bond with baby. I can also do light housework like washing dishes, sweeping, folding laundry, washing pump parts, etc. This will also allow us time to process your entire birth experience, write your birth story, and marvel at your newborn and all you have accomplished.
•24/7 Call/Text/E-mail support for 6 weeks Postpartum. I will be readily available in the days and weeks following your birth to answer any questions and provide advice and resources to ensure you have the support you need as you settle in with your new little one
This package has ALL the bells and whistles! It includes EVERYTHING that the Belly, Birth, and Beyond package does (details above) PLUS I will be teaming up with the amazing Kasey Allen of Stills by Kasey to document your beautiful birth story in photographs! As two birth loving seasoned mommas (7 kiddos between us) Kasey and I know just how big of an HONOR it is to be invited into your birth space and we are ready to empower you and help make one of THE MOST special times in your life unforgettable.
•Phone consultation with Kasey to discuss birth photography desires.
•On-call availability 24/7 surrounding your due date.
•Photography coverage of your birth from active labor through the golden hour to capture all of baby’s sweet “first” moments with you and other family members
•Professional editing of your images. Typically 100-200+ (depending on length of labor and time spent at birth)
•Full-resolution, edited images uploaded to online gallery and available to download for print and/or archival purposes.
•You will receive your digital photo gallery of the edited images from your special day within 2 weeks after birth.
These sessions are perfect for anyone who hopes to..
—Have an intentional birth experience.
—Go into labor feeling confident & prepared.
—Reduce the chance of unwanted interventions.
—Have their partner feel confident and prepared to support them in labor.
..without purchasing a full birth support package.
These sessions are one hour long each and during that time we can go over things like common interventions, the stages of labor and how you can identify them, work to create a birth plan that you feel confident with, go over any questions and fears you may have about your upcoming birth, pain management techniques and optimal labor positions, or discuss whatever is on your heart.
Though these services are virtual, the support, information, and encouragement you’ll receive from me will be thorough and leave you feeling confident!
If you have a desire in your heart to birth unhindered but aren’t sure where to begin preparing for this dream to become a reality, this is for YOU.
I will be leading these virtual pow-wows only once monthly, for now. They will be 90 minutes long and filled (10 max, per call) with a group of like-minded Mommas who are also looking to learn about, prepare for, gain confidence, and be supported in their desire to experience natural childbirth. Here you will be able to hear my best tips on preparing for birth, not just physically— but mentally, emotionally, & spiritually, as well! You will be better equipped to face labor & birth confidently & dare I say, JOYFULLY.
Birthing Surrendered support circles will be a safe space to;
•ask questions, express fears, and request prayer (anonymously or openly) regarding all things birth.
•learn physiological childbirth inside & out so that you can embrace the process and confidently surrender to it.
•discuss the reality of labor pain and go over an array of comfort measures to minimize it.
•explore common interventions and receive evidence based research regarding reasons and risks so you can be completely informed and prepared to advocate for your desires.
•feel understood, supported, and connected with women who are also walking the same path.
The very first Birthing Surrendered support circle will be ~tentatively~ Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 7 CST! Spots will be limited! For the next 48 hours you can claim one of the available circle spaces for ONLY •••$25!••• (The price will increase to $40 on Monday, 7/18)
Those who attend the very FIRST circle will have the opportunity to add a 1:1 birth plan drafting session with me for 50% off— where I will work directly with you to craft a birth plan you’re confident in to share with your birth team.
Invoices will be sent through PayPal from Surrendered Birth LLC.
If you’re interested in EVERYTHING I outlined above but prefer to not be in a group setting— my Belly, Birth, & Beyond Virtual Package or my 1:1 birth preparation sessions are for YOU. Both services are currently extremely discounted. Message me for pricing.
If you’re expecting and considering utilizing doula support at your upcoming birth, I would love to chat with you and see if I’m a good fit for your needs!
Consultations are FREE and always will be! Please include your estimated due date, city you will be giving birth in, and your preferred method of contact in your message! I will be in touch super soon!
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