Allison Champ

Birth Doula

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Dayton, Ohio

Allison Champ

Birth Doula

Dayton, Ohio

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About me

There is truly nothing more empowering than bringing your baby into this world. I believe in the natural process of birth; that mothers are wise, strong, intuitive, & capable. My goal as your doula is to support you, make you feel heard, & encourage & honor you in whatever your preferences may be. My hope is to give you the education & resources to feel confident in your choices, & be a balanced viewpoint throughout your pregnancy & birth. Your birth experience is YOURS. I will always respect that & advocate for YOU.

Education

Bachelors (2018)

Certification and training

Birth Doula Certification - ChildBirth International (2023)

Certified VBAC Doula (2023)

Memberships and affiliations

The VBAC Link

Specialties

Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Childbirth Education Home Birth Labor Doula Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Mindfulness Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Parenting Support Positive Thinking Postpartum Care Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth

Languages

English

Service introduction

As your doula, I offer at least 2 prenatal visits in which we discuss pregnancy, nutrition, exercises, mental health, provider support, partner support, ALL things labor & and birth (creating a birth plan), as well as postpartum care essentials. I am also a VAC certified doula, so as a VBAC client, you will receive all of this support + more as we discuss statistics, ways to best prepare your body & mentality, & how to find a supportive provider. I am on call to you for any and all questions during your pregnancy, attend your birth for the duration you want me present, and support you during postpartum with at least 2 visits, though addition visits can be added.

Packages

Birth Doula Support

This cost includes : - (at least) 2 prenatal visits, pregnancy support, pregnancy education - labor & birth support - (at least) 1-2 postpartum visits & postpartum support (including lactation support) - 24/7 virtual support whenever needed access to my lending library (books on pregnancy, labor, postpartum, breastfeeding, & vaccines).

$550.00

USD Flat rate

Prenatal Preparation

This cost includes: - 2 prenatal visits in your home - unlimited text, call, e-mail support - birth plan preparation - discussing provider appointments, birth decision making, & all things labor - postpartum preparation

$300.00

USD Flat rate

Virtual Doula Support

This cost includes: - unlimited text support (calls and video chats may be available when scheduled in advance) for a 4 month period, or individual months of choice. - available times to text with an expected timely response would be 9:00am to 9:00pm. - discussion is open for any appropriate range of topic that suits you. The total for virtual care is $150 for 4 months, or $50 per individual chosen months. Additional months may be purchased.

$50.00

USD Flat rate

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of births do you attend & where?

I attend births at the hospital, birthing centers, and home births. These births include natural vaginal, water births, medicated vaginal, VBAC’s or cesarean births.

What if I get an epidural?

My job is to inform you about the benefits, risks, & possible side effects of receiving an epidural, while supporting whatever decision you make. There are still plenty of ways to encourage and support your birth after receiving pain relief.

How many clients do you take each month?

I will not take more than 3 mamas a month.

What happens if you miss my birth?

I will always try my absolute hardest to be present for your birth. That being said, emergencies and sickness may occur, and in the rare event, I may be attending a birth for another client. In these cases, I will work diligently to have a backup doula in place. A partial refund will be sent if no doula can attend your birth.

What if my pregnancy is or becomes high risk?

While I can not change your health circumstances, I am here to offer emotional support, physical support, and comfort during the stressful challenges that a high-risk pregnancy may come with.

How soon should I hire you?

Some mama's hire me at 4 weeks, while others may choose to reach out for doula care as late as 38+ weeks. There is no "right" time! If I have availability, I would love to join your journey for as long or as little of time that may be.

Are you certified?

I am a Certified Birth Doula (CBD) through Childbirth International. I am also a Certified VBAC Doula through The VBAC Link.

Can I text/call you outside our appointments?

Yes, once your deposit fee is placed, I am here to support you, answer your questions, help guide you in your decisions, or just chat!

How do I choose the right doula?

Ask yourself these questions. Does your doula support your birth preferences? Does conversation flow easily? Birth is a vulnerable time; do you feel comfortable sharing this experience with that doula? Would you trust them in your home? In my opinion, choosing a doula comes down to relatability, comfort, and compatibility.