Brittany Martin
Category
Doula
Average star rating
N/A
Experience
6 years
Brittany Martin
Doula
6 years of experience
N/A
Owings Mills, Maryland
Brittany Martin
Doula
Owings Mills, Maryland
6 years of experience
N/A
About me
Brittany is a doula, lactation counselor and placenta encapsulator. She is passionate about all things birth, lactation and parenting. . Brittany strives to ensure that her clients feel supported throughout their reproductive journeys and diligently work alongside them to ensure that they are well-informed, prepared, and confident in making their own decisions. Her motto: "I show up as myself so that you feel safe to show up as yourself" - an important aspect when serving black and brown folk.
Certification and training
Birth Doula Training (Birth Arts International) (2016)
Lactation Peer Counselor (Breastfeeding USA) (2017)
Memberships and affiliations
National Black Doulas Association
Evidence Based Birth
Languages
English
Accepted insurances
Aetna
AmeriGroup
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
Children's Community Health Plan
Cigna
Kaiser Permanente
Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicaid
Tricare
UnitedHealthcare
Service introduction
I provide doula services for birth, postpartum, abortion and loss as well as lactation support and placenta encapsulation.
Packages
Premium Doula Support Package
Phone, Text, Email Support from hire to 12 weeks postpartum
3 Prenatal Visits (2 hours each)
Continuous Labor Support
Immediate Postpartum Support
Train4Birth Course
Birth Plan/Preference Assistance (Learn More Here)
Access to Our Resource Page
Infant Care Education & Parenting Support
Placenta Encapsulation Services
3 In-home Postpartum Visits
1 Omugwo Gift Box (Learn More Here!)
$2,395.00
USD Flat rate
Back to Basics Doula Support Package
Phone, Text, Email Support from hire to 12 weeks postpartum
2 Prenatal Visits (2 hours each)
Continuous Labor Support
Immediate Postpartum Support
1 In-home Postpartum Visit
Birth Plan/Preference Assistance (Learn More Here)
Access to Our Resource Page
$1,525.00
USD Flat rate
Virtual Doula Support,
Phone, video, email support
4 prenatal visits ( 2 hours each, virtual & in-person depending on distance)
Birth plan/preference assistance
Access to our Resource Page
Virtual Labor Support
Immediate Postpartum Check-in
2 Postpartum Visits (in-person option available)
Local clients only: Early in-person labor support can be arranged.
$1,225.00
USD Flat rate
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Premium Doula Support Package
Phone, Text, Email Support from hire to 12 weeks postpartum
3 Prenatal Visits (2 hours each)
Continuous Labor Support
Immediate Postpartum Support
Train4Birth Course
Birth Plan/Preference Assistance (Learn More Here)
Access to Our Resource Page
Infant Care Education & Parenting Support
Placenta Encapsulation Services
3 In-home Postpartum Visits
1 Omugwo Gift Box (Learn More Here!)
$2,395.00
USD Flat rate
Back to Basics Doula Support Package
Phone, Text, Email Support from hire to 12 weeks postpartum
2 Prenatal Visits (2 hours each)
Continuous Labor Support
Immediate Postpartum Support
1 In-home Postpartum Visit
Birth Plan/Preference Assistance (Learn More Here)
Access to Our Resource Page
$1,525.00
USD Flat rate
Virtual Doula Support,
Phone, video, email support
4 prenatal visits ( 2 hours each, virtual & in-person depending on distance)
Birth plan/preference assistance
Access to our Resource Page
Virtual Labor Support
Immediate Postpartum Check-in
2 Postpartum Visits (in-person option available)
Local clients only: Early in-person labor support can be arranged.
$1,225.00
USD Flat rate
Placenta Encapsulation
Placenta Encapsulation ($300.00)- is a process that involves dehydrating the placenta to make capsules; while there are other ways to consume the placenta, encapsulation is the most popular method.
Package Includes:
Placenta Capsules
Placenta Print
Umbilical Cord Keepsake
Tincture (8 oz.)
For those who do not wish to consume their placenta or know ahead of time that their placenta will be unsafe to consume, a placenta print and/or cord keepsake can possibly be made instead.
Benefits of Placenta Consumption:
Increases milk production
Reduces postpartum bleeding
Regulates hormones and lessens the risk of postpartum depression
Replenishes B Vitamins (Energy Boosting)
Replenishes Iron Levels
Natural pain relief
Placenta/Cord Tincture: A tincture is made by leaving a piece of the cord, sac and placenta in alcohol to ferment. Tinctures are another way to reap the benefits from the placenta. While capsules can be used right away, tinctures need to be left to ferment for at least six weeks before use.
Benefits include:
Hormone Stability – for birthing person, their biological mother (menopause) and their biological daughter (menstruation).
Energy Boosting
For biological infants 6 months of age or older:
Pain relief from teething
Immunity-boosting
$300.00
USD Flat rate
Lactation Support
Chestfeeding is a natural process but may not come as natural to you and your baby at first. I will help you troubleshoot any issues you may be having- latch, positioning, pumping, alternative feeding methods etc. I work with you to ensure you receive the encouragement and support you need to help you continue on your journey. Available in-person and virtually. There is no set rate for this service, please pay what you can. Your donations ensure that BIPOC experiencing financial hardship are able to receive the support that they need.
$0.00
USD Per hour
Postpartum Visits (16 hours)
Intended to help you have a smooth fourth trimester and promote family bonding.
What to Expect:
Processing of your birthing experience
Assessment of your needs (and referral to other services as necessary)
Lactation Support
Assistance/Support with new baby and older children in the home.
Offering of light, nutritious meals
$450.00
USD Flat rate
Frequently asked questions
DO I HAVE TO HAVE AN UNMEDICATED HOMEBIRTH IF I HIRE A DOULA?
Absolutely not! If your doula does not support the decisions you make, it is possible that they are not the right fit for you. This is a great question to ask a potential doula during your interview!
WHAT QUESTIONS SHOULD I ASK WHEN INTERVIEWING A DOULA?
Why did you become a doula?
Who did you train with?
What are your prices? What is included?
How many births have you attended?
Do you offer virtual services?
Will you stay throughout the duration of my labor? Or do you only stay a certain amount of time? Is there an additional fee for longer labors?
Do you have a back up doula? Am I able to meet them before I go into labor?
How long will you stay with me after my birth?
What happens if I have a cesarean birth?
Do you offer postpartum services?
Are you knowledgeable about breastfeeding?
What other services do you offer? Is there a fee?
WHAT DOES A DOULA DO?
Supports you through various life changes: infant loss, abortion, postpartum, birth and death and provides non-judgemental care.
Teaches you comfort measures and breathing techniques to help you cope with the sensations of labor.
Provides you with evidence based information to help you make your own informed decisions.
Helps you create your birth plan.
Helps you process any fears, questions or concerns you may have about your upcoming birth.
Whatever we have to do.