Birth & Postpartum Doula Services in Bucks County, PA
Providing nurturing support for families in Bucks County and the greater Philadelphia area.
I'm glad you're here!
Hi, I'm Anna.
I provide birth and postpartum doula services for moms and their families in the Bucks County and greater Philadelphia area, offering nurturing and encouraging support during pregnancy, birth, and the first 12 weeks.
My services
Birth package: $1200
I love creating a calm and positive atmosphere for laboring and birth, and supporting you in whatever birth plan works best for you. I will be there every step of the way to gently coach you, encourage you, and help you connect with your innate strength as a woman.
Package includes:
- 2 prenatal meetings to discuss your birth preparation and planning, questions and concerns
- Personalized birth plan
- On-call support from two weeks prior to your due date until birth
- On-site support throughout active labor and birth
- Postpartum visit within the first two to four weeks after your baby comes home
Postpartum care - $35/hr
I provide a variety of daytime and evening (prior to 9pm) postpartum care, including lactation support, help with newborn needs, baby soothing techniques, meal prep, and light housekeeping such as laundry and tidying.
My goal is to give you what you need to feel nurtured, supported and cared for, so you can be your best self. Because I believe a happy, healthy mom leads to a happy family.
Lactation support (included in packages above)
I help troubleshoot breastfeeding challenges so you can feel confident about feeding your baby.
The role of a doula
What is a doula?
The word "doula" comes from a Greek term that essentially translates to "a woman who serves." A doula is a non-medical professional who supports the mom and her family through pregnancy, birth, and the "fourth trimester" (up to 3 months post-birth).
Birth doulas support moms and their families during pregnancy and childbirth, helping to develop a birth plan and creating a positive labor experience through advocacy, comfort measures, and emotional support.
Postpartum doulas provide emotional and practical support post-birth, providing a listening ear, empathy, support with soothing techniques and lactation, help with light housework, and providing nourishing meals.
What are the benefits of having a birth doula?
According to DONA International, research has shown that women who use a birth doula are:
- 28% less likely to have a cesarean section
- 31% less likely to use synthetic oxytocin to speed up labor
- 9% less likely to use any pain medication
- 34% less likely to rate their childbirth experience negatively
What are the benefits of having a postpartum doula?
According to DONA International, research has shown that having a postpartum doula can:
- Help to reduce postpartum mood disorders
- Improve breastfeeding success
About me
A passion for helping women feel cared for and supported
I am a DONA trained birth and postpartum doula working towards my certification. I live near Doylestown, PA, with my amazing husband. Some of my favorite activities are cooking, Pilates, taking care of our garden, reading, and enjoying our beautiful Bucks County countryside. My Christian faith is the foundation for the love I share with others.