Courageous Beginnings Doula Services
Lancaster, PA Service range 30 miles
Willing to travel up to 45 minutes to provide support
Birth Fee
$800
Postpartum Rate
$40
Availability Remarks: I can provide postpartum doula services alone or in addition to what is included with the birth doula contract. I provide postpartum doula services between the hours of 9 am and 9 pm.
Birth Fee
$800
Postpartum Rate
$40
1 years and 3 births attended
1 years and 3 families served
Type of practice: Solo practice
Clients per month: 1 births and 1 postpartum families
Postpartum limits/restrictions: no smokers
Attends hospital births? All Hospitals
Attends birth center births? Some Birth Centers
Will only attend birth center deliveries when a certified nurse midwife (CNM) is present for delivery
Attends home births? Some Home Births
Will only attend home births when a certified nurse midwife (CNM) is present for delivery
AA/AS
Registered Nurse in a Labor & Delivery and Postpartum Unit, Trained in Lactation Support
As a birth doula, I draw on my knowledge and experience from ten years as a nurse and nurse aide in a hospital maternity unit, where I have cared for hundreds of laboring and postpartum individuals. My $800 fee covers the following: -One interview at no charge -Two prenatal visits (both approximately 2 hours) -7am-11pm text and telephone support during pregnancy -24 hour/7 days a week telephone support and on call for birth starting at 38 weeks -Attendance at birth & immediate postpartum support -One 2 hour postpartum visit (usually within 1-3 weeks of delivery) If in-person labor support is required for greater than 15 hours, then a $25/hour fee will be charged after the delivery for the additional hours.
Lancaster, PA Service range 30 miles
Willing to travel up to 45 minutes to provide support
Post a testimonial for Elizabeth Kramer RN
7/19/2024
I am immensely grateful for the incredible support Beth provided throughout the entire journey of bringing my baby girl into the world. She was unwaveringly supportive before labor, offering guidance and reassurance that calmed my anxiety. During labor, her presence and advocavy were invalueable, ensuring my needs and preferances were always respected and helping me shift positions frequently to minimize pain and discomfort. After delivery, her continued support made the phyiscal and emotional transition smoother and more manageable. She truly was the best advocate I could have asked for.
6/25/2024
Reflecting on my birth experience, I am profoundly grateful for the incredible support provided by Beth. She created such a positive experience, making sure I never felt alone. Beth's presence during almost every contraction provided a grounding rhythm and routine that truly helped me through. The goals Beth set during labor were instrumental for me. Through our initial meetings during pregnancy, she listened to what I wished for my birth experience with my second child and set goals accordingly.
The process can feel like a marathon, but Beth was an excellent coach, helping me tackle the journey in manageable stages. Her support during the triage process was especially appreciated, as it was one of the most stressful parts of the hospital transition. I am so thankful I wasn't alone during that time. Beth worked expertly with the nurses and doctors at the hopsital making me feel heard, and supported. With Beth's presence I was able to relax knowing I had her on my team.
I am amazed that I made it as far as I did laboring at home without pain medication, and it was largely due to Beth's attentive listening and unwavering support. She helped me achieve the birth experience I wanted, and I cannot thank her enough for turning it into a positive memory that will stay with me forever. This experience has reshaped how I feel about pregnancy, childbirth, and accepting help during vulnerable moments.
Beth, you are already a fantastic doula, and I am confident you will continue to shape many more women's birth experiences in such a positive way. Thank you for everything!
- Abby
= Available. Calendar last updated: 09-01-2024
= Available. Calendar last updated: 09-01-2024