Services for Surrogates and Intended Parents
I am so passionate about pregnancy and childbirth, that I chose to be a gestational carrier (GC), twice; each time delivering a beautiful baby girl for their parents. As such, I have unique insight into the variables at play within a surrogate pregnancy and the relationship between the GC and the intended parents (IPs).
A doula is there to support the entire birth team. I provide affirmation and reassurance to the IPs, as well as provide guidance on how to support during labor, if they wish. A birth doula does not replace the IPs' role in the birth, but rather complements and provides everything the surrogate may need to ensure a positive birth experience, no matter what variables arise.
In most cases, the GC has already experienced pregnancy, labor, and birth, and, as such, may not need or want an in-depth childbirth course. However, IPs may not have had that experience and could desire to learn more about the process. I have specially curated packages that are designed for Intended Parents and their Gestational Carrier.
A doula is there to support the entire birth team. I provide affirmation and reassurance to the IPs, as well as provide guidance on how to support during labor, if they wish. A birth doula does not replace the IPs' role in the birth, but rather complements and provides everything the surrogate may need to ensure a positive birth experience, no matter what variables arise.
In most cases, the GC has already experienced pregnancy, labor, and birth, and, as such, may not need or want an in-depth childbirth course. However, IPs may not have had that experience and could desire to learn more about the process. I have specially curated packages that are designed for Intended Parents and their Gestational Carrier.
*All childbirth education courses and workshops for IPs and/or GCs are privately scheduled.*
Birth Doula Services for Surrogacy |
- Prenatal support via phone/text/email
- 2 prenatal meetings to discuss your birth plan and specific expectations
- 24-hour on-call beginning at 37 weeks
- Labor and birth support for the GC and their partner (if applicable)
- Support after the birth until GC and IPs are comfortable
- 1-2 postpartum visits for the surrogate
- 1-2 newborn/new parent visits for the IPs
- Postpartum and pumping (if applicable) support for GC via phone/text/email until 8 weeks postpartum
Intended Parent Package |
- Homecoming Class: Guide to early parenthood! Newborn procedures, safe sleep, babywearing, and infant comfort techniques. For IPs whose desire is to induce lactation, an online breastfeeding course and list of recommended IBCLCs is included. (Approx. 3 hours)
- Full Doula Services
Intended Parent + GC Package |
- Comfort Measures Workshop: Relaxation exercises, comfort measures, massage, and communication skills for labor. (Approx. 3 hours)
- Homecoming Class: Guide to early parenthood! Newborn procedures, safe sleep, babywearing, and infant comfort techniques. For IPs whose desire is to induce lactation, an online breastfeeding course and list of recommended IBCLCs is included. (Approx. 3 hours)
- Full Doula Services
Customized Surrogacy Package |
- See a different combination of classes you're interested in? Visit my Connect page and let me know! I would love to customize a support package just for you.
Service areasDoula Services in CO:
Denver, Boulder, Lakewood, Littleton, Englewood, Arvada, Golden, Westminster, Wheat Ridge, Castle Rock, Centennial, Aurora In-person birth classes happening in Lakewood, CO. |
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