Melvay Solomon - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Melvay

My name is MelShine and I’m a birth worker and midwifery student who is passionate about walking alongside families through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. I believe birth is sacred and that every person deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered in their choices. My goal is to bring calm, knowledge, and genuine care to every space I enter.

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Beyond birth package

The Beyond Birth Package is designed for families who want complete, continuous care from pregnancy through the early postpartum period. This package combines full doula support with placenta encapsulation for a truly holistic experience. Includes: • 2 prenatal visits (birth education, comfort techniques, birth planning) • Continuous labor and birth support (home, birth center, or hospital) • 1 postpartum visit focused on recovery, feeding, and emotional well-being • Unlimited phone and text support throughout pregnancy and postpartum • Placenta encapsulation (pick-up, preparation, and delivery) • Choice of placenta print or cord keepsake Add-ons Available: • Placenta tincture (+$50) • Additional postpartum support hours (+$40/hr) Payment Plan: A $300 retainer secures your due month, with the remaining balance due by 37 weeks.

$1,400 USD · Flat rate

Essential birth package

This package provides full birth support for families who want continuous guidance and reassurance through labor and birth. Includes: • 1 prenatal visit to discuss birth preferences, comfort measures, and preparation • Continuous labor and birth support at home, birth center, or hospital • 1 postpartum visit to debrief the birth and offer newborn guidance • Unlimited phone and text support during pregnancy and postpartum Add-ons Available: • Placenta encapsulation (+$300) • Placenta tincture (+$50) • Placenta print or cord keepsake (+$35) • Additional postpartum hours (+$40/hr) Payment Plan: A $200 retainer secures your due month, with the remaining balance due by 37 weeks.

$950 USD · Flat rate

Placenta encapsulation

Support your postpartum recovery naturally with professional placenta services, all included in one comprehensive package. Includes: • Placenta Encapsulation (Traditional Chinese or Raw Method) • Placenta Print • Cord Keepsake • Herbal Recovery Blend • Placenta Salve • Placenta Tincture Payment & Retainer: • $100 retainer secures your spot • Remaining balance due at pick-up

$300 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

Shine Beyond Birth & Wellness Doula Services & Placenta Encapsulation Birth Doula Package – $1,200 Includes: • 1–2 prenatal visits (birth planning, comfort techniques, education) • Continuous labor and birth support (home, birth center, or hospital) • 1 postpartum visit for recovery and newborn check-in • Unlimited phone and text support during pregnancy and early postpartum Postpartum Doula Support – $40/hr (Minimum 3-hour sessions) Includes: • Emotional and physical recovery support • Newborn care guidance and feeding support • Light household help, meal prep, and rest support Virtual Birth Doula Package – $700 Includes: • 2 virtual prenatal sessions • On-call labor support via phone, text, or video • 1 virtual postpartum check-in Placenta Services Placenta Encapsulation – $300 Includes: • Pick-up within 30 miles of RDU • Gentle, sanitary preparation using the Traditional Chinese or Raw Method • Encapsulated pills in a glass jar with detailed instructions Placenta Tincture Add-On – $50 Placenta Prints & Cord Keepsake – $30 Payment Plans Available A $200 retainer secures your due month. The remaining balance is due by 37 weeks.