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1) would like to do a home birth 2) not sure on budget not sure how much it cost 3) would like to do a all natural as I have done all natural with my first two pregancies (one was full term 40 weeks second was 37 1/2 weeks) I want the father to be there as well as he was there for his first daughter being born this is his second daughter

Alma mi I want an unmedicated low intervention birth with movement and supporting advocate

I am planning to give birth at Alma Hospital and am currently looking for a supportive, knowledgeable doula to assist me through labor and delivery. My birth plan is simple and focused on having a safe, healthy delivery for both myself and my baby. I am open to guidance, education, and support throughout the process, especially in managing pain, understanding my options, and advocating for my needs during labor. I am hoping to work with a doula who is certified and experienced in hospital births. Experience with first-time or low-intervention births is a plus. A calm, supportive, and reassuring presence is very important to me. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with hospital staff are also key. There are no special requirements in terms of additional duties such as cooking, cleaning, or postpartum household support. My primary focus is labor and delivery support, along with breastfeeding and latching support. The care recipient is myself and my newborn. There are no known special needs at this time. I am planning to decide on feeding breastfeeding and bottle feeding and would appreciate a doula who can provide guidance or resources if needed. My budget is based on what my insurance will cover. I have Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and I would like assistance understanding what services may be eligible for coverage or reimbursement. Overall, I am looking for someone who will help me feel confident, supported, and informed during one of the most important experiences of my life.

I need a birth doula to help advocate for me as I am planning an unmedicated birth in a hospital . If possible to be around $2,000 I don’t have everything outlined for my birth plan but to name a few: - no epidural / no mention of the epidural - no episiotomy - wait for the cord to stop pulsing to cut - dim lights - minimal cervical checks - no pushing on my back - wireless monitoring so I can walk around - delayed bath for the baby to leave vernix - no vaccines - dad to cut the cord - food/water over IV - no

Hospital unless at home is really an option, I’m not sure of how much a dual cost I guess I will determine if the price is in my budget I’d like a natural calm birth Although I am a little nervous because I will be 40 when this baby is born as well as it being my 8th child. I’d really like some one who can help me navigate the differences in being pregnant this late in life and understanding the pains that are normal for it being an 8 th child. Everyone keeps saying oh it’s going to be painful but I just don’t understand why. I’d like some one with the knowledge of how to naturally relieve pains and and help me feel confident in delivering instead of fearing it. I am older so it dose way in my mind. This little one was a big surprise since I was going through perimenopause. I didn’t even know my body was still able to conceive do to lack of menstruation. But here we are so many questions so many worries feeling like I’m being ignored by the typical medical staff.

Delivering in the birthing center at Mercy in OKC. I am a plus size woman and my blood pressure is slightly elevated. Not labeled as a “high risk” pregnancy. I wanted to go to the midwife program, but my BMI is too high to qualify. I’m wanting a birthing experience that requires very little medical interventions and is as natural as possible. My husband is a people pleaser, so a second person who can help hold boundaries and help show him how he can be helpful would be great! I have no idea on prices or budgeting. Just trying to see what the prices are in the area for right now.

I plan to give birth at Integris Edmond Hospital. If my insurance could cover it that would be great. I would like a vaginal birth and need all of the support I can get. I have nobody as of now and it scares me to think I’m going to go through birth alone as well as postpartum again…

give birth at home. Unknown budget. Unknown birth plan.

Right now, I plan to give birth in the hospital, although I would absolutely love a homebirth if it is possible. I would need to be covered under TRICARE. I’ll be having a vaginal birth after a cesarean if all goes according to my wishes.

Wanting to give birth at tree of life nothing center. Someone bilingual (Spanish & English) would be appreciated, as my partner and I span different cultures. $1,500 or less - and I may incorporate movement, water birth, birth sling, breathing … no epidural. Ifs my first birth

I plan to deliver at a hospital. I need a doula for support through the labor & delivery process as well as advocacy. I plan to have a medicated birth (epidural), if possible & a vaginal delivery. This is my 3rd pregnancy (1st one ended in stillbirth) & I am currently being monitored for a large baby & advanced maternal age. I am unsure what the costs of a doula are but I plan to use my insurance.

I plan to give birth in a hospital. Vaginally and medication free to Mono-Di twins. I need a Doula that accepts Tricare.

I plan on giving birth in a hospital in jeffersonville indiana. Our budget is limited unfortunately, id say 1-2k. I'd like to go as natural as possible but have the option for medical intervention if it's too much pain.

Looking for lactation consultants and doulas in Southern IN. I plan to give birth at Baptist Floyd.

I plan to give birth at U of L in downtown Louisville. Since it is fully out of pocket, I am hoping to spend less than 1500$ This will be my first child, I am due in late July. I am wanting to go as natural as possible, but since I really have no idea what to expect as far as what my body will feel, I want to be open to doing what I feel I need at the time. I very much want to naturally go into labor rather than having to use Pit to induce. My wife will be with me, but I would love to have someone there that is focusing solely on being my advocate and making the experience as smooth as possible. I would ideally love to not have an epidural, but I also want to prepare to give myself grace in the moment if I decide to change my mind.

I want to do my first home delivery I want everything to be done at home with my son and husband

I plan to give birth in a hospital I have not decided what pain management I want. I will be taking care of the baby alone as my family lives out of state. My budget is roughly $300-$400 per week

I’m a first time mom. We dealt with infertility for over a decade and multiple losses. I want the best birth experience possible.

At home water birth in the living room. I need a midwife who accepts blue cross blue shield Arkansas. This is my first pregnancy, I need someone who will be active and available.

I would like the option of giving birth at home or in a midwife facility but not a hospital. I would prefer someone who accepts my insurance of Humana healthy horizons. I want someone who has a very personal connection and will support my decisions during birth.