Doula and hypnobirthing options and fees
Choosing your doula and hypnobirthing support is more of an emotional decision than a rational one. It's about rapport and trust. You're about to put a lot of time, money, energy and faith into me, so do you trust I'm the right one for you?
Let's start with a no-strings, no-fee Discovery Call....
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One size does not fit all. All the support I offer is entirely tailored to you. Adapted to ensure we cherry-pick and explore the elements that are most meaningful to you. Having said that, it helps to have idea about what options are available to you, so here are the services I offer.
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The Marguerite option - Your Maternity Mentor (virtual doula)
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The Maureen option - Private & bespoke hypnobirthing
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Want to chat to find out more? Get in touch and book an call by emailing me at: charlie@thegoodbirthpractice.co.uk
Discovery Call (free)
Do we click?
Finding the right doula or hypnobirthing teacher for you is an entirely subjective process, and it's all about rapport. You need someone you trust to understand you, because you're investing a lot of time and money and future happiness in this relationship.
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Book a (free) one hour Discovery Call with me and let's chat about what you want and need, and whether I might be the right doula for you.
The Diana Option.
Birth doula support
Named for my lovely Mum, Deirdre Diana, who was kind and empathetic, determined and resilient, great fun and a great thinker. You would have loved her.
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You only have one chance to experience this pregnancy and birth. It doesn't have to define you, but it will alter who you are and how you interact with the world. There's no right or wrong way to have your baby, and no easy way either. As an experienced doula with over a decade experience in doula'ing and maternity improvement, I will be honest and realistic with you. I'll share information and wisdom so that you can make birth plans that are grounded and reassuring, and you're as prepared as you possibly can be for a birth that you look back on with pride and love (however it happens). ​
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2 x in-person antenatal sessions, during which we plan and prepare for your birth and Fourth Trimester
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Hypnobirthing
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7am-9pm antenatal WhatsApp group, which you and your partner can use to ask questions, share news, generally keep in touch
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On-call 24hrs a day from 39 weeks until your baby is born
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In-person attendance at your labour and birth
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Available to you 7am-9pm for the first two weeks after your baby is born, so you can call or message with any questions, or simply to marvel again at how amazing you were during your birth
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Postnatal visit to reflect on your birth and discuss any appropriate follow-up support for you and your baby
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(Price on request)
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You can read some lovely stories from other women and families I have supported here.
Let's have a chat about what you want and need, and whether I could be the right doula for you. Click here to arrange a call.
The Marguerite Option -
Your Maternity Mentor
(Virtual Doula support)
Named for my wonderful Grandmother Marguerite (Betty) and my darling daughter Marguerite (Margot). Both bright, bold and brilliant, and holders of intuitive wisdom.
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Imagine how reassuring it would be to know someone you trust is always on the end of the phone. Someone to discuss the practicalities of navigating the NHS, and to unpick and talk through your concerns and aspirations. That's exactly how I will support you as your Pocket Doula.
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2 x antenatal sessions
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Hypnobirthing
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7am-9pm WhatsApp group
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On-call 24hrs a day from 39 weeks until your baby is born
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Present at the end of the phone throughout your labour
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Available to you 7am-9pm for the first two weeks after your baby is born
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Postnatal visit
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(Price on request)
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Read how other women and their families have benefitted from Virtual Doula support here
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Contact me to arrange an initial chat. No commitment, no strings. Just a friendly chat about what you want and need and how I can work for you.
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The Maureen Option - Private and Bespoke Hypnobirthing
Named for my Grandmother Maureen. a Domestic Goddess before it was a thing.
You've heard about the benefits of hypnobirthing... but is it all just a bit too easy? A bit too good to be true?
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Come and learn about hypnobirthing with me and I'll teach not simply the techniques, but why they work and how you can apply them. You won't just learn what you can do to improve your experience, you'll learn why it matters - so the power is in your hands. I'll tailor these sessions to you, your partner and your plans - so we match your pace of discovery and follow your own thought-processes. We'll look at the wealth of information available to you, so you can triangulate the sources you can trust and rely on and prepare appropriately and realistically for a Good Birth, however that looks for you.
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9hrs of personalised, 121, hypnobirthing sessions, via Zoom on in your own home | 5 x Calm Birth School hypnobirthing MP3s | Option to bolt-on Pocket Doula virtual support at a discounted rate
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Click here to read how hypnobirthing made a positive difference to other pregnant women. Or here for FAQ's about hypnobirthing and birth planning.
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Let's chat about how hypnobirthing could reassure you and give you confidence - click here to arrange a call
The Sylvia Option -
Bespoke antenatal and postnatal sessions
For Sylvia. A woman who wasn't afraid of the world, or of evolving her views. Elegant, organised, optimistic and resilient, she was an absolute inspiration (and a wit at that).
Planning a caesarean birth often means your focus turns to practicalities and plans. But this birth is special and transformational too, and you and your baby deserve the same attention and careful, positive planning as any other mother and child.
Your Caesarean Birth planning session gives you space and peace and time to explore how you would like to experience your caesarean. We'll discuss the practicalities of course, and how you can adapt these to suit you. We'll also talk about the meaning you want to make of this birth. How you want to remember it. What you can do before, during and after your birth to mark it and celebrate it. Did you know you lean on the help of hypnobirthing skills and techniques to make your caesarean birth more comfortable and more special too?
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2 hour Caesarean Birth Planning session - £180
Additional 90min sessions - £95
Includes, The Calm Birth School Hypnobirthing MP3s and birth planning resources
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Read some of the experiences of other women and families who I have supported during their caesarean birth here.
Take a look at advice and Top Tips from some of my previous caesarean birth clients here.
Arrange a call with me to find out more about how a caesarean birth planning session can give you what you want and need.
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