Deanna Dawson-Jesus

Birth & Postpartum Doula

23 years of experience

N/A

Danville, California

Deanna Dawson-Jesus

Birth & Postpartum Doula

Danville, California

23 years of experience

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About me

I am a white cisgender queer woman. I am open to serving any person, and their birth team, so long as they are all comfortable with me as their doula. I have extensive experience in the Asian and Indian communities. I have personal experience using Assisted Reproductive Technology, so understand the emotions and complexities that can follow. I'm also highly trained in supporting those that are attempting vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). I am a co-leader of the ICAN OF SF East Bay chapter. I would love to speak with you to see if I may be of help to you and your family. My birthing and doula philosophy is very simple. I am there to support your desires, dreams, and vision of your birth experience. I will do everything in my power to help you have your birth, your way.

Education

Bachelor of Theater Arts, emphasis in Directing and Stage Management (1992)

Certification and training

Certified Birth Doula, DONA (2018)

Postpartum Training, DONA (2015)

Spinning Babies (2018)

Trauma Informed Birth (2019)

Acupressure for Birth (2017)

Aromatherapy for Birth (2005)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA

CAPPA

International Cesarean Awareness Network

Postpartum Support International

Blossom Birth and Family

Cornerstone Childbirth Educator Training

Health at Every Size (HAES)

Credentials

BA BDT CBE CD (DONA) CLE

Specialties

Acupressure During Labor Adoption Advanced Maternal Age Anger Management Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Aromatherapy Asthma Babywearing Belly Binding Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Photographer Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Building Healthy Communication Car Seats Installment Cesarean, Episiotomy and Scar Pain Childbirth Education Evidence-Based Care Fibroids Grief and Loss HAES (Health at Every Size) Approach High-Risk Pregnancy Home Birth Hypnobirthing Method Labor Doula Lactation Consultation LGBTQ+ Loss and Bereavement Doula Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Maternity and Newborn Photographer Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn, Baby, & Birth Photography Newborn Care Newborn Photography Newborn Prep Nipple and Breast Pain Parenting Support Perinatal and Infant Loss Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Pregnancy Loss Relaxation Techniques Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Sibling Preparation Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth

Languages

English

Service introduction

I am a white cisgender queer woman. I am open to serving any person comfortable with me as their doula. I have extensive experience in the Asian and Indian communities. I have personal experience using Assisted Reproductive Technology, so understand the emotions and complexities that follow. I'm also highly trained in supporting those that are attempting vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). I am extremely connected in the Birth Community in the greater SF Bay Area. I am a co-leader of the ICAN OF SF East Bay chapter, as well as one of the founders of the Mt. Diablo Doula Community (www.mtdiablodoulacommunity.org). Being connected to other perinatal professionals allows me to attend to my clients' specific needs as they arise. I would love to speak with you to see if I may be of help to you and your family. My birthing and doula philosophy is very simple. I am there to support your desires, dreams, and vision of your birth. I will do all in my power to help you have your birth, your way.

Packages

Essential Package

On-Call Time -2-weeks before, 6-weeks after 24-hour Phone/Text/Email Support Prenatal Appointments (Usually 4, but happy to add more) Birth Ball that you keep Scheduled Postpartum Doula Services (Additional fee) Birth and Postpartum Plan Counseling Labor Support at Home Birth Timeline Breastfeeding Support Childbirth Education Class (Additional fee) Newborn Care Class (Additional fee) Breastfeeding Class (Additional fee) Willing to Travel (Expenses and Stipend Covered)

$3,100.00

USD Flat rate

Postpartum Support

A postpartum doula is a professional support person trained in the needs of the family in the days, weeks, and months after birth or the addition of a new baby. The doula offers non-judgmental support, guidance, evidence-based education, and practical hands-on support immediately after birth through the first year. Daytime Support: four-hour minimum shift $50/hour. Nighttime Support: 7 1/2 hour shift $450.00.

$60.00

USD Per hour

Private Childbirth Education

Virtual Classes are offered to fit your schedule. Choose from the following: Childbirth Education Class Breastfeeding Basics VBAC Success Birth Plan Consultation

$125.00

USD Per hour

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Frequently asked questions

Is your fee negotiable?

I am happy to work with most budgets. I am able to offer sliding-scale options when appropriate, and will also help with payment plans if needed. I never want to lose a client due to my fees. I ask that you talk to me and we can come to an agreement.