Chelsey van der Munnik

Birth Prep Coach Perfect if you want personalized birth preparation from a local expert on all things pregnancy, labor, & postpartum - without in-person birth doula support. Not everyone wants or needs a doula in the room with them during labor. But you may still want encouragement and education throughout your pregnancy, virtually during labor, and to prepare for postpartum. Prenatal Support Two Prenatal Visits 2 prenatal visits (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours each) Time dedicated to getting...

Here is a list of things for your primary support person to do BEFORE you go into labor. This helps them and you be more prepared and connected! List is not exhaustive but can be used as a good jumping off point and conversation starter. Learn about the stages of labor Indicators that can help you determine where in labor she is and how to support Work through any fears you may have surrounding birth Take a childbirth education class together (online or in-person) Go to OB / midwife...

These are the things I find myself saying the most to my birth doula clients across the board when they are in labor. Some words just work in [almost] every birth! “Slow, steady breathing” Sometimes women’s breath gets ahead of them or gets a little ragged, and they need a little reminder to slow it down. And sometimes this is a reminder for them to not hold their breath if they are bracing against their contractions. “Let’s try another position” Women in labor can get really locked into one...