During this pandemic we are still here to make sure you and your family get the support that is needed while making sure everyone stays healthy and follows the CDC recommendations.

Virtual Doula Support is nothing new to us at Balanced Bellies, we have been providing this for 7 years as some of our clients will move and will still want to work with the same Doula they did during their previous pregnancy and/or Postpartum period.
‍Hourly consults are also perfect for past clients to address unique challenges that may arise in the months or years following the successful implementation of a sleep plan. Common issues include switching to one nap, moving to a new home, introducing solids, or the introduction of a new sibling.
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Birth Support

Virtual Birth Doula Support includes:

Two one-hour prenatal meetings covering birthing preferences (One meeting if you hire 32+ weeks in your pregnancy)
All the information you could want about comfort measures and labor positions
All communications answered within 24 hours
24/7 availability from 39 weeks to 1 week postpartum
Labor & Delivery support via Skype, Phone, Text
One postpartum meeting 1-2 weeks after the birth of your baby(ies)

Postpartum Support

Virtual Postpartum Doula Support can include:

Emotional support
Breastfeeding assistance and support (latch/pumps/feeding schedules, etc.)
Discussing and addressing issues with sleep
A safe, non-judgmental filter for non-medical questions/concerns regarding baby
A list of local resources to fit your newborn and postpartum needs
This can be set by the hour or unlimited text/email (calls/video scheduled) support weekly

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Classes

Preparing for Baby Class

What you need to buy for baby
What to expect- newborn
What to expect – parents
Registry Set Up
Breastfeeding 101/Bottle feeding
Practice swaddling, diapering, soothing, etc.
How to get more sleep and stay well fed
SIDS – minimizing the risks
This class is 2 hours via Video Call

Babywearing Instruction

Our Certified Babywearing Educator can show you how to comfortably wear your baby in a carrier or wrap. Babywearing allows you to get things done at home and get out of the house much more easily. Leave your heavy stroller at home. Learn to carry your baby in a way that will result in less stress for you and less crying for your baby!

Babywearing is great for:

Parents of multiples
Babies who need to be held more often
Bonding with your baby/toddler
Babies with reflux who needs to be held upright after feeding
Being able to take your baby out and be hands-free
This class is 1 hour via Video Call

Childbirth Education

Becoming a parent is exciting, with many new experiences, emotions and a ton of questions! This is an evidence-based childbirth education class which covers essential information on labor and delivery, comfort techniques, medical procedures, cesarean birth, and newborn and postpartum care, and highlights ways partners can help throughout the process.
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‍‍We have two different options for Private (One Couple) Childbirth Education Classes:

The Childbirth Education "crash" course:
3.5 hours

Childbirth Education Class:
6 hours of Childbirth Education
Meet with your CBE 3 times. Each time is a 2 hour class.

Virtual Doula Support