Website: N/A Phone: (405) 334-9638 Type of Practice: Solo practice Clients per Month: 0 to 2 Birth Doula Experience: 3 years Area of practice: Stillwater, OK Travel range: 20 miles Travel comments/restrictions: Languages spoken: English
Specific certifications for the above: I am DONA trained, but not certified, and don't plan to certify, unless insurance starts paying for certified doulas.
Breastfeeding Certifications
La Leche League Leader
Specialized training or previous experience:
VBAC
Home Birth
Postpartum mood disorders
Cesarean birth
Waterbirth
Special services available:
Placenta encapsulation
Cloth diapering education
Babywearing education
Baby-led weaning
Reduced rates for military members/spouses
Reduced rates for women considering adoption
Relevant volunteer or advocacy work: Co-leader of a grassroots pregnancy, birth and parenting resource and support group -www.BirthConnections.org
La Leche League Leader of Stillwater, OK
Attends hospital births? All Hospitals Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers Attends home births? Any Home Birth
Birth doula fee: $200 to $500 Fee details: every woman who wants a doula deserves a doula. my fee is negotiable. Single mothers, families that are laid off, and women with their support person deployed get automatic discounts.
Client Testimonials for Tori Caswell
Simon Ringsmuth
Tori was an amazing doula for us throughout my wife's final weeks of pregnancy. Deciding to hire her was one of the best decisions we could have possibly made, as her help and support throughout the labor and delivery (as well as afterwards) were absolutely invaluable. She was with us throughout the entire birthing process, beginning with coming to our home and helping my wife through hours of contractions and taking care of both of our needs. Whether it was coaching, encouragement, suggestions for different positions, or even simple tasks like washing dishes or preparing food, Tori was willing to help out however she possibly could. She helped my wife feel comfortable and at ease during this very difficult time, and never left her side during the entire labor and delivery process. When we arrived at the hospital she helped us make sense of all the medical terminology and delivery procedures that were happening, and made sure we knew exactly what the hospital staff wanted to do in order that we could make informed decisions. It was important for my wife to have a natural birth without an epidural or other type of intervention, and with Tori's constant support and encouragement we made this goal a reality. My wife and I have discussed many times how blessed we were to have Tori by our side during the delivery process, and we highly recommend her to anyone in the area who is looking for a doula. Her professionalism, kindness, attentiveness, and willingness to help (she is even on call 24/7 the week following the delivery) are absolutely outstanding.
Posted 7/20/2011
Jenn
Having Tori as my doula was amazing! It was definitely one of the best birthing choices I made! She was so supportive of my choice to VBAC all through my pregnancy and never doubted my ability to birth my baby. During my labor, she was very supportive and offered suggestions for positions that would help me to be more comfortable. While we were at home, she just laid and talked with me when that was what I needed. Once we got to the hospital, she was a huge support when I felt overwhelmed by all the hospital bustle. I have said over and over again that without the support of my doulas (and my husband) I would not have been able to push my baby out. Tori, you will never know how much I appreciate you. You are awesome!
