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I plan to give birth at the Evanston NorthShore Labor/Delivery Hospital. I am on Medicaid but I wouldn’t want to spend more than 300$ out of pocket. I want to birth as natural as possible, I wouldn’t want an epidural unless it really comes down to it. I would want to avoid any cutting or tearing in my vagina. I’d like to push out naturally rather than get a C- section.

I’m a first-time mom planning a hospital birth, and I’m looking for a doula who can help guide me through the process and options, especially since I’m still figuring out what I want my birth plan to look like. I’m feeling a bit torn between wanting to stay mobile during labor and pushing in a position other than on my back, while also considering the possibility of an epidural. I’d love support understanding how those options can work together and what flexibility looks like in a hospital setting. I’m also looking for help with lactation and postpartum feeding. I want to breastfeed but am planning to combo feed, and I’d really appreciate guidance on how to do that in a way that supports my milk supply and feels manageable as a first-time mom. Overall, I’m hoping for someone who can educate me, help me feel confident in my choices, advocate for me during labor if needed, and support me both during birth and in the early postpartum period.

1. Hospital 2. Unsure 3. No meds, labor in the water, trying to have as calm of an environment as possible

I don't know what I am looking for. I plan to give birth at the West Bend pleasant valley hospital. Right now I was just recommended to look for a doula because there is a strong possibility that I might be going through all of this 100% alone. I have a minuscule budget.

1. I plan to give birth at a hospital 2. Around 1,000 3. Unmedicated birth plan, with allowed movement, calm environment, delayed cord clamping, laboring in water if possible

I want to avoid a c section. I'm delivering at Froedtert birthing center.

Hi! I’m currently looking for a doula who can offer emotional, physical, and spiritual support throughout my pregnancy and during labor and delivery. I’d love someone who can help me feel calm, confident, and informed through the process. Some of the support I’m hoping for includes: • Guidance with birth preparation and creating a personalized birth plan • Help understanding my options for labor and pain management • Emotional reassurance and encouragement during contractions • Comfort techniques such as breathing exercises, massage, and positioning • Support and advocacy in communicating with medical staff • Assistance with relaxation and faith-based support, including prayer, worship, or scripture for peace and strength during labor • Postpartum check-ins and help adjusting after birth • Tips for newborn care, breastfeeding, and recovery I’d love someone nurturing, patient, and understanding—someone who can make this experience peaceful, empowering, and centered on God’s presence throughout my journey.

I plan to give birth at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. I am looking for a supportive and experienced midwife who can help guide me through a natural birth. My goal is to have as natural of a labor and delivery as possible, using breathing techniques, movement, and positioning to manage pain. Medical interventions would be my last resort, but I understand they may be necessary if there are safety concerns for me or my baby. I would like someone who is patient, encouraging, and communicates well so I feel supported and calm throughout the process. My budget is flexible depending on the services provided.

Where do you plan to give birth (home/hospital)? Main 2. Provide your estimated budget 1,000$ 3. Describe your birth plan

I am looking for a person to help coach me and my fiance on how to have a successful unmediated birth. We are having an in hospital birth in fond du lac

Home Not sure about the rest this is my 1st pregnancy

I want help through my labor I want to do a un medicated birth this is my first baby and I’m not 100% sure what I want I’ll be giving birth at The birthing center at Aurora Medical Center - Kenosha

Would like a home birth, ideally some or all cost covered my insurance.

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1. West Allis Memorial women’s Center. 2. $1,500 3 unmedicated birth

I'm considering a home birth, my budget is 2k, and I'd like to just stay home without medication so I'll need mental/emotional/physical guidance for comfort measures.

1. I plan to give birth at Rush Hospital Chicago 2. N/A 3. First-time mom • I will be laboring solo (no partner) • Hospital birth • I value calm, clear communication and reassurance Labor & Support • I want a calm environment and things explained before they’re done • Verbal reassurance and grounding help me regulate • I’m open to pain management, including an epidural • If I ask for pain relief, I want support in advocating for timely access Interventions • I’m open to medically necessary interventions • I want to understand why something is recommended and what my options are • Safety first, but no unnecessary escalation if things are progressing well Birth & Immediately After • Skin to skin if baby is stable • I appreciate help staying present and grounded right after birth Feeding (Important) • I am exclusively bottle feeding • I am not breastfeeding or pumping • I want this respected without being questioned or revisited • Support looks like helping me feel confident with bottle feeding, intake, and cues Postpartum in the Hospital • I’ll need reminders to eat, drink, and rest • Gentle emotional check-ins matter to me • Help me ask questions before discharge so I don’t leave overwhelmed Discharge • I’ll be going home via Uber • I’ll have my infant car seat with me • I may need help coordinating the logistics calmly Overall • My priority is a safe delivery, a regulated experience, and feeling supported not a “perfect” birth • I respond best to grounded reassurance, not pressure or rigid plans Thank you for being part of this with me it really matters.

1. Hospital birth at Northwestern 2. $1600/labor doula and $35-40/hr for 3 nights a week for 6 weeks for night nanny/postpartum doula

I plan to give birth at home. I’m not sure of price ranging for services. I want the provider to have many years of experience and certified.

Birthing center or hospital, 2,000-2500, not sure about birth plan but would like to be unmedicated, labor at home, squatting position