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Birth doula in West Hartford, CT
Prenatal
SUPPORT
We will spend this time building our relationship, planning + practicing for your dreamiest birth.
Labor
SUPPORT
As hands on or hands off as you prefer, I'll be with you every step of the way in this process.
Postpartum
SUPPORT
A steady presence in a time of unpredictability, you'll always know that you have someone to call
Birth doulas exist to be a steady presence of physical, emotional and practical support for families in the childbearing season.
You're not meant to do this alone
MEET
Your Doula
Bri Rice RN, BSN, CD
My hope is to use my knowledge of birth and nurturing presence to guide you on your journey. I believe that with a little support, you can have an empowering, safe and fulfilling birth experience.It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, what your age, nationality, beliefs or background is: I will love and support you first.
Did you know...
STUDIES SHOW
that when a birthing person has continuous labor support, both the birthing person and baby are more likely to have better outcomes!
Overall, people who received continuous support were more likely to have spontaneous vaginal births and less likely to have any pain medication, epidurals, negative feelings about childbirth, vacuum or forceps-assisted births, and Cesareans. In addition, their labors were shorter by about 40 minutes and their babies were less likely to have low Apgar scores at birth. There is a smaller amount of evidence that doula support in labor can lower postpartum depression in mothers. There is no evidence for negative consequences to continuous labor support.
SUPPORT BEYOND HOLDING YOUR HAND
My background as a nurse means I'm able to offer my doula clients levels of support that go beyond the norm. This is what I bring to the table...
Risk literacy: Facing risk in your pregnancy? I'll help you stay informed so you can make aligned decision for your family.
Clinical insight without overstepping: Get plain language about what your clinical situations while making your own decisions.
Medical navigation: I'll answer any questions you have about navigating the nitty gritty of hospitals and medical systems.
Advocacy strategy: Providing questions and insights that help you have a voice, preventing regrets about choices or coercion.
How I support families
Basic Package
Recommended for second or third time parents that want hands on support through pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Includes
2-3 Prenatal Meetings
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On Call Birth Attendance
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1 Postpartum visit
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$2,750
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Premium Package
Recommended for first time parents or parents who desire a different experience from previous births. Wrap-around, continuous care for a profound and supported birthing and postpartum experience
Includes
​​​2 Prenatal Meetings
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On Call Birth attendance​​
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Plus nurturing postpartum/infant support
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​​Tier 1 (25 postpartum hours): $4,500
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Tier 2 (50 postpartum hours): $6,000
VIP Package
Recommended for those wanting the ultimate level of personalized support for an exceptional experience
$9750
Includes
Prenatal meeting at 37 weeks to address any remaining details and to ensure everything is seamlessly in place​
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On Call Birth Attendance
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Extended in-hospital
postpartum support
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100 hours of nurturing postpartum/infant support​​​
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Also includes
​4 two-hour Private Signature Childbirth Education Classes covering:
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How birth works- Hormones and Physiology
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Bespoke Birth Plan Consultation
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Coping mechanisms for emotional resilience and partner support
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Self-advocacy and in-home readiness
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Virtual Doula Services Also Available By Request
CLIENT LOVE NOTE
Working with Bri was such a pleasure, she provided invaluable support and guidance for me to prepare for my first birth. Her background working as a nurse allowed her to provide me with information on hospital protocols and what to expect, and her training as a birth doula allowed me to feel supported throughout my labor. She helped prepare me and my partner for labor with preparation meetings and helped us create a birth preferences list, and was there for me during labor and delivery of our beautiful baby girl. Bri was the energy we needed during labor: Calm, caring and confident. I don’t know what we would have done without her! I can’t recommend her enough, especially if this is your first birth.
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