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Chelsie Determan

Chelsie Determan Birth Doula

Rathdrum, ID Service range 30 miles extra charge for toll roads or excessive mileage

https://chelsiedeterman.wixsite.com/doula

Birth Fee

$1000 to $1200

Birth Fee

$1000 to $1200


Birth Doula Experience

8 years and 65 births attended


Doula Training

  • DONA International-Approved Workshop, January 2014

Type of practice: Solo practice

Clients per month: 1 to 3

Attends hospital births? All Hospitals
I will meet you at home, and go to the hospital with you. You will be supported until the baby is born, up to 3 hours after, or when you are comfortable. I attend all types of hospital births (natural, medicated, or caesarean), and work with all providers.

Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers
I am happy to help comfort you and get labor into a rhythm at home before heading to the birth center. Same as at the hospital, I will remain with you until your baby is born, up to 3 hours after, or when you are comfortable.

Attends home births? Any Home Birth
I love attending home births! I even spent 1.5 years in home birth midwifery school. I do not attend free births.


College Education

AA/AS


Special Services Offered

  • Acupressure
  • Aromatherapy
  • Babywearing education
  • Childbirth education services
  • Cloth diapering education
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Military families support
  • Miscarriage support
  • Pelvic floor health education & support
  • Photography - Birth
  • Reduced rates for women considering adoption
  • Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)
  • Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
  • TENS units rental
  • Virtual and remote doula support

Languages Spoken

  • English

Fee Details

Hello, I'm Chelsie and I would love to be your birthing best friend! I have a lot of education and experience regarding birth. It is my calling and joy to guide women through the process. Please, see my website for more information and contact me for a free consultation! My fee of $1,200 includes 2-3 prenatal meetings, 24/7 phone, and e-mail support, full labor support, immediate postpartum support, and postpartum meetings. I offer complimentary birth photography to my clients! Payment plans are available. I am also trained or experienced in: •teaching childbirth education •birth assisting •VBAC •hospital transfers from home •rebozo •essential oils •water birth •CPR/BLS •NRP

Service Area

Rathdrum, ID Service range 30 miles extra charge for toll roads or excessive mileage

Client Testimonials for Chelsie Determan

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Karen Triplett

2/22/2023

I loved having Chelsie as a doula.  Between her quick response to my initial inquiry and our first phone conversation where we connected, I knew she would be a good fit for my birth experience.  Even though I was worried I might be "bugging her" with all my prodromal labor (AKA false alarms) and not knowing whether it was time for baby yet, she assured me it was normal.  When it was finally time for baby to come, my plans had to change a bit, and Chelsie was there to advocate for me the whole time.  Between hip squeezes, massage, and even braiding my hair, she was available for whatever I needed as I labored.  I was very grateful to have Chelsie as a continued resource in my postpartum period as well since questions continue to come up with breastfeeding, healing, etc.  I would encourage you to consider hiring Chelsie for a wonderful birth experience!

Laura

12/22/2022

I was incredibly blessed to find Chelsie for my doula. There are few moments as memorable and life-altering as giving birth, and who you have present is just as important. Chelsie commands the atmosphere to be warm and positive, thus curating an exceptional experience. She posseses a natural strength making her an effective advocate for the mom. The marriage of her knowledge and practical application fuses together creating an ideal doula. 

The moment she arrived to my home birth, I knew I was safe and had the support I needed to get through anything. During labor, Chelsie anticipated my every need and helped me stay calm and positive through contractions. I am incredibly thankful to have had her as my doula and would not hesitate to hire her again. 

Aurora Christy

1/4/2016

Chelsie was fantastic support.  I texted her when I was pretty sure I was in early labor and after I called her to say it was time she was at my home within a few contractions (I think).  She provided great support when my wife had to go be with my daughter everytime she woke up at night, she was there to cheer me on while I breathed through each contration.  I look back on the birth with fondness and a of being feeling encompassed in support.  I remember feeling a bit overwhelmed at one point with back to back contractions (especially after my midwife telling me I was 5 cm) but Chelsie's presence and encouragment helped me to stay calm.  Thank you Chelsie for everything!

Birth Availability for Chelsie Determan

= Available. Calendar last updated: 01-29-2024