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Betsy Gough, CD(DONA)

Let's Do You Doula

Newport Beach, CA   Service range 25 miles None

https://www.letsdoyoudoula.com

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Birth Fee

$1900 to $2500

Postpartum Rate

$35 to $60

Birth Fee

$1900 to $2500

Postpartum Rate

$35 to $60


Medicaid and Third Party Insurers

Currently approved to receive payments from the following programs:


Birth Doula Experience

2 years and 21 births attended

Postpartum Doula Experience

2 years and 12 families served


Birth Doula Certifications

  • DONA International - Certified Birth Doula

Doula Training

  • DONA International-Approved Workshop, July 2023

Type of practice: Solo practice

Clients per month: 1 to 5 births and 1 to 3 postpartum families

Postpartum limits/restrictions: Currently do not work nights as those times are saved for birthing clients and my own family.

Attends hospital births? All Hospitals
My services may adjust to consider the hospital staff, but I will always be your biggest advocate

Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers
Absolutely! I am here to make you and your partner as comfortable as possible!

Attends home births? Any Home Birth
No matter where or how you birth, I will be with you every step of the way


College Education

AA/AS


Special Services Offered

  • Acupressure
  • Antepartum doula support
  • Aromatherapy
  • Baby-led weaning
  • Babywearing education
  • Child passenger safety technician services
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Full spectrum doula services
  • Lactation consultant/counselor services
  • LGBTQIA+ Support
  • Miscarriage support
  • Pelvic floor health education & support
  • Photography - Birth
  • Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)
  • Stillbirth and infant loss support
  • Virtual and remote doula support

Training Documentation

credential


Languages Spoken

  • English

Fee Details

Complimentary consultation (in-person or virtual) 1-2 prenatal appointments Peace of Mind car seat installation Materials and tools for birth; TENS unit, birth/peanut balls, baby carriers, books, and more Phone, text, video and email support from the date of hire through first six weeks after birth On-call availability starting from 38 weeks until baby's arrival Support in choosing when is the right time for you to go to the birth center or hospital so you can labour at home as long as comfortably possible Unlimited hands-on physical, emotional, and informational support during your birthing time for both you and your partner Advocacy should we have to veer away from your plan Immediate post-partum support 1 In-home post-partum visit Backup doula in emergency Services also available virtually if required

Service Area

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Newport Beach, CA Service range 25 miles None

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Client Testimonials for Betsy Gough, CD(DONA)

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Vivian

7/15/2024

Betsy is genuine and always there for me when I needed her. I had issues with my first doula because she hardly responded to my texts and questions and Betsy without hesitation became my new doula. She made sure to reach out all the time and made me feel like i really did have support. Some people are genuinely passionate about what they do and Betsy definitely is one of them.

Michelle

7/15/2024

Betsy was a God-sent doula. She was exactly the presence I needed in my birth and brought an atmosphere of joy (can you believe we were LAUGHING in between contractions sometimes?! I can't!). It was exactly what I needed in the moment and when things got hard, she knew how to just rub my back or emphasize with me. She was on top of every single thing from timing contractions to making sure we were staying in touch with the midwife and providing updates. She was supportive in every way. I would not have wanted to do this birth without her!

Heather

7/15/2024

Betsy was answered prayer for my husband and I. We wanted a doula that we could really connect with and who was genuinely passionate about her work as a doula! Betsy is prompt, communicative, and always available to answer any questions we had. I loved that Betsy also does things above and beyond and without being asked- like sending us emails with resources and information, checking in frequently, and just being a calm voice of peace and comfort through the newness of navigating birth/parenthood. She is a loving and warm person, definitely someone that you feel is a friend and can trust. Plus, she has the drive and assertiveness to be there to advocate for you when you really need it during birth!
We were blessed to have had Betsy be a part of our birth experience and she is an amazing choice for anybody that is looking for a great doula and also just a great human being to be there for you and baby. Thank you Betsy for your dedication and love for our little family! ??

Madison

7/15/2024

Betsy was absolutely incredible during my birthing time and I cannot recommend her enough as a doula! From the moment we first spoke she was so knowledgeable and made me feel confident in my choices. Betsy was there for me throughout my pregnancy whenever I needed to talk or just answer a question here and there. Even though my birth didn’t go according to plan she was right there with me every step of the way from laboring at home to being transferred to the hospital from our birth center. My baby had been in an optimal position for weeks and then flipped sunny side up as soon as labor started. Betsy was so helpful with my horrible back labor doing hip squeezes, tens unit, using a massage gun, and helping me with the miles circuit to try to flip my baby around.

When I wasn’t progressing it was recommended I go to the hospital to get an epidural to get my body to relax which was an absolute no no in my birth plan because I wanted an all natural water birth. But if it weren’t for Betsy recommending the best hospital ever (Saddleback Memorial Care in Laguna Hills) I don’t think my birth would have ended as positively. She knew how well they take care of people there and I honestly don’t know what we would have done without her guidance. Even though it wasn’t the birth I had envisioned I ended up having the best experience and unplanned C-section at that hospital. I know that we did everything we could to try to flip my baby. Turns out he was 9lbs 12oz and I am very thankful that I did not have to push him out. I truly cannot say enough great things about Betsy she is kind and compassionate with a plethora of knowledge about birth and breastfeeding. If you are looking for a doula look no further!

Birth Availability for Betsy Gough, CD(DONA)

= Available. Calendar last updated: 03-25-2025

Postpartum Availability for Betsy Gough, CD(DONA)

= Available. Calendar last updated: 03-25-2025

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