BIRTH DOULA SERVICES

At Ann Arbor Doulas, we work for your individual family, rather than for the hospital or birth center. We provide professional, non-medical pregnancy and labor support to help you achieve a positive birth experience. Our doulas offer emotional, physical, and informational support as you navigate the path towards the birth of your baby/ies.

We’re passionate about supporting new families.

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Our experienced and knowledgable birth doulas work in teams of two so you have the very best support.

Through our many years of providing birth doula services, we have learned that we can offer unmatched support to you in this way.

You will feel a strong connection to each of your professional birth doulas and rest assured in the knowledge that no matter when you give birth, your doula/s will be there, ready to support you.

Most families interview doulas early in their second trimester, however it is almost never too early or too late to establish your relationship with your birth doulas.

WHY WORK WITH OUR DOULAS?

BIRTH OUTCOMES

  • Increased likelihood of an uncomplicated birth
  • 39% decrease in the risk of cesarean
  • 10% decrease in the use of any pain relief medications
  • 15% more likely to give birth spontaneously

BENEFITS FOR BABY

  • 38% decrease in the risk of a low newborn health measurement (five minute apgar score)
  • Increased breastfeeding success with prenatal, birth, and immediate postpartum doula care

BENEFITS FOR PARENTS

  • Increased confidence and higher self-esteem before and after birth
  • 31% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience
  • Parents have more positive interaction with their babies postpartum

We work with Carrot and Maven Insurances and can help make the process easy!

YOUR BIRTH DOULA CARE INCLUDES:

One FREE phone consultation and one FREE virtual consultation.

A team of TWO skilled and PROFESSIONAL birth doulas.

One PRENATAL meeting, with the option for additional meetings based on circumstances and needs.

UNLIMITED chat/email support from the time you sign the contract until six weeks postpartum.

EVIDENCE-based guidance and assistance in writing your BIRTH PLAN. Access to our extensive library of resources.

24/7 ON CALL labor support from 37 weeks until baby is born.

Phone/chat and virtual support during early labor with option to choose in-home SUPPORT.

Continuous labor support until two hours post birth with immediate LACTATION and/or feeding support.

One POSTPARTUM meeting to revisit your birth, review feeding, and ask newborn care questions.

YOUR INVESTMENT FOR BIRTH DOULA SERVICES

Investing in a birth doula is an investment in your physical and emotional health. We believe this essential support is a priceless gift to yourself, your partner, and your baby. A positive birth experience can have long-lasting effects on the entire family’s well-being. Research shows that birth doulas improve birth outcomes and satisfaction, and our clients tell us it’s true!

Check with your insurance carrier about reimbursement for doula support, as well as with your FSA or HSA. We also offer flexible payment plans and meet the qualifications for Carrot insurance reimbursement. Past clients have been reimbursed for our doula support.

Medicaid covers both birth and postpartum doula services in Michigan at zero cost. Contact us for more information about Medicaid coverage.

Birth Doula Support: $2195

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a dedicated team of TWO highly trained doulas. With years of experience supporting diverse births, your doula team will provide the expertise and individualized care you need to navigate your pregnancy and birth with confidence.

Payment plans are available. Contact us for more information.

SAVE WHEN YOU CHOOSE A PACKAGE!

We’re passionate about creating positive birth and postpartum experiences for every family. Our carefully designed packages provide the knowledge, tools, and support you need to confidently grow your family.

CONFIDENT BIRTH PACKAGE

$2420

(save $175)

  • Birth doula support
  • Childbirth education class
  • Breastfeeding prep education provided by the Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor (optional)

Most popular!

STRONG START PACKAGE

$5000

(save $235)

  • Birth doula support
  • Childbirth education class
  • Breastfeeding prep education provided by the Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor (optional)
  • 60 hours of postpartum doula services

COMPLETE CARE PACKAGE

$7460

(save $415)

  • Birth doula support
  • Childbirth education class
  • Breastfeeding prep education provided by the Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor (optional)
  • 120 hours of postpartum doula services
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"I can't say enough how extremely satisfied I am with Stephanie and her team. I knew ahead of time that having my third child would be challenging for me (especially since I have very little family in the area), but I didn't know how much until my son arrived. I needed their assistance and they surpassed my expectations. They truly cared for me and about me and for that I am so grateful. I would recommend their postpartum doula services for any mom (new or experienced) who could use the help to adjust and find her stride after having baby."

~April

QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR DOULA SERVICES?

What is a birth doula?

A birth doula is a non-medical, professional birth guide who provides continuous physical, emotional and advocacy support during labor. Our birth doulas also offer resources and education during pregnancy, labor, and the immediate postpartum period.

What is the difference between a doula and a midwife?
What kinds of births do your doulas support?
How does a birth doula work with my partner?
Can a doula still help if I want pain medication?
What if I need a surgical birth?
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"I was referred by a friend --- you have to trust your friends, right? Even my husband says that he couldn't have imagined having to go through the whole birthing process without a doula.  I completely agree! Stephanie was patient and knowledgeable when she helped create my birth plan, and she was the total hero in the hospital when my 28+ hour labor ended in a cesarean.  She kept my husband as calm as she could and was quick to remind us of our options. She totally went above and beyond."

~Michelle Itkin-Metzger

MEET OUR BIRTH DOULAS

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Amy Louise Esper

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Camelia Ferman

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Lakora White

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Latrice Peterson

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Marissa Booth

Melinda Cutlliff Michigan doula

Melinda Cutliff

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Sophia Pedrys

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Yolonda-Rabbani-Birth-Postpartum-Doula

Yolonda Rabbani

Support a friend or family member with a gift certificate!

Looking for a unique & incredibly helpful gift? Our gift certificates allow you to surprise them with the Ann Arbor Doulas service of their choice, including childbirth education classes, birth doula support, placenta encapsulation, tinctures and prints, and postpartum doula services.