Prenatal Doula
Pregnancy is a season of many changes. Your body is changing, your hormones are fluctuating, your family is adjusting, even your routine has likely shifted to accommodate the new life within. In the midst of this, you may feel overwhelmed with the many responsibilities of work and home life, which have grown to include your unborn baby.
Having a Prenatal Doula is like having a personal assistant during the season of pregnancy. She is well educated and experienced in the needs of pregnant women, and will assist you in all matters relating to your pregnancy, such as:
- Emotional support
- Explanations of routine medical procedures and interventions
- Advice about pregnancy and birth
- Birth plan preparation assistance
- Exercise ideas and suggestions about pregnancy comfort measures
- Relaxation techniques
- Support for high risk pregnancies
- Miscarriage support
Prenatal Massage
All the changes ushered in by pregnancy can be overwhelming, both emotionally and physically. Prenatal massage addresses both these arenas. Our licensed massage therapist is certified in Prenatal Massage and Infant Massage, and she creates an atmosphere of holistic relaxation. Some benefits of prenatal massage include:
- Hormone regulation
- Reduction of swelling
- Improvement of nerve pain
- Reduced back pain
- Reduced joint pain
- Improved circulation
- Reduced muscle tension and headaches
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Improved oxygenation of soft tissues and muscles
- Better sleep
Prenatal Photography
Pregnancy is a unique moment in time when mother and baby are still one entity. It’s important to capture this precious season, as once the baby is born, it is something to which you can never return. Prenatal photography will help you tell the story of the season in which your baby came into being.
- Our photographer utilizes cutting edge equipment and editing tools to ensure that every photo is exquisite
- A photo package makes a wonderful gift for a mother-to-be
- Photo shoots can include older children, or other members of the family
