Arianna Benedict

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Birth & Postpartum Doula
Paris, Michigan
12 years of experience
5.0
About me

Hello! My name is Arianna, but most people call me Ana (ah-nuh). I'm a birth and postpartum doula serving families in central Michigan (based in the Big Rapids/Paris area). My journey into birth work began 12 years ago when I attended my first birth, and it's been a deep passion ever since. I completed my birth & postpartum doula training in 2017 and have loved supporting families through labor, birth, and the early postpartum days. It's truly an honor to be invited into such a sacred space, providing the steady support every mom deserves during one of life's biggest moments. I know birth and postpartum can be tough, but you are too. I'm here to offer physical comfort measures, emotional encouragement, and evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions that align with your unique needs and preferences. My husband Devan and I have been married for 9 years (celebrating 10 this June!), and we're parents to 4 wonderful kids. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, listening to audiobooks, thrifting for treasures, baking, and spending quality time with my family. I'd love to chat about how I can support you—feel free to reach out anytime! Warmly, Ana

Certification and training

DONA Birth doula training (2017)

DONA Postpartum doula training (2017)

Specialties
Birth Doula Home Birth Hospital Birth Labor Doula Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Postpartum Doula Care Water birth
Languages

English

Accepted insurances
Aetna Meridian Health Plan Molina Healthcare Priority Health
Service introduction

I offer birth and postpartum doula services. Birth services include 2-3 Prenatal appointments, continuous support during labor, birth and 2 hours after birth. 2 postpartum visits. Postpartum doula services can include education on baby care, feeding baby, light housekeeping, light meal preparation, Sibling care, assistance with newborn care and referrals.

Packages
Birth doula services
After beginning our relationship with a meet and greet, as your doula I am committed to your health and the wellbeing of your growing family, available whenever needed throughout your entire pregnancy as well as after giving birth. I will be there to provide you with continuous emotional and physical support, and answer any and all questions you may have. Upon signing birth doula service agreement I provide: -Unlimited support via phone, text and email up to 2 weeks postpartum. ​ -2-3 Prenatal visits. ​ -Continuous support during labor, delivery and 2 hours after birth. ​ -2 Postpartum visits to see how you and your baby are doing, to process the birth experience and get feedback from you about my role as your doula.
$2,000.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum doula services
As a Postpartum Doula I'm here to help a new family in those first days and weeks after bringing home a new baby. I work with each family individually to find out their particular needs. Some of the postpartum services that I can perform include:​ ​ Breastfeeding support Help with the emotional and physical recovery after birth Light housekeeping so that mom does not feel so overwhelmed Running errands Assistance with newborn care such as diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting Light meal preparation Baby soothing techniques Sibling care Referrals to local resources such as but not limited to parenting classes, pediatricians, lactation support and other parenting support groups​ ​
$25.00
USD Per hour
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
3
5.0

Arianna is the best! She truly loves what she does and it shows. She was at my middle child's birth and that was my best and easiest birthing experience yet. Her knowledge and attentiveness helped me to feel at peace, focused and in control throughout my whole labor and delivery. She helped me to achieve my dream birth and she can help you too! Don't over think it, just hire her! You won't regret it!

- Heidi F.

5.0

I cannot recommend Anna enough as a birth doula. She is gifted in her ability to support women during the most vulnerable time of their lives. She is empathetic, educated, present, and calming. She is an absolutely great addition to any birth team. My first birth was far from the natural birth I had planned. It turned into a long and traumatic birth experience and Anna stayed for the entire several day duration, through snowstorms and all. She helped my husband and I navigate unwanted interventions, she gave my husband much needed respite, and she helped with counter pressure for literal days. I hope every woman who is reading this review has their dream birth which Anna would be more than equipped to support you during but also know that she is fully prepared to handle things if they don’t go as you plan. She is a part of our next birth and it brings our family great comfort knowing she will be there with us again. 10/10 recommend!!!

- Mara K.

5.0

Anna came in at a hard point in our birth as we originally did not plan for any hardships. As the situation developed and time progressed both my wife and I were absolutely exhausted. We found ourselves in need of a team to help us as we transferred from the birth center to the hospital fearing the worst. Anna was 100% the right person to help manage a very scary situation and continually advocated for us throughout the whole process. Today my wife is pregnant with twins and we are ABSOLUTELY bringing Anna along for this one too. I feel so lucky to have her as a resource and 100% recommend her for anyone looking for a quality doula.

- Benjamin B.

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