Rachelle Samia - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Rachelle

Hello! My name is Rachelle and I am a Pregnancy, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Early Childhood Educator, & Consultant. I operate personally in the beautiful PNW as well as virtually anywhere that supports a Zoom connection! Ask me how I am able to serve you virtually (yes, even your birth!) or feel free to reach out for a free 30 minute consultation to see how I may best support you & your family- I look forward to learning more and chatting with you soon! My Philosophy: I wholeheartedly believe in respecting your body and your choices in working towards the birth & postpartum period that you are working hard to achieve. Never judgmental and always prioritizing the safety of yourself and your baby. To trust your body that was made to grow, deliver, and nurture your baby. To provide evidence based Information to empower you in making informed choices every step along the way of your individual path. To be there for you emotionally, physically, and mentally and to be your listening ear and voice of love & encouragement. To utilize a holistic approach to wellness when possible & always support you in advocating for yourself, your baby, and your maternal care. To embrace your culture & identity woven Into the fabric of your care, traditions, and family support.

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Complete Birth Doula Package- Virtual

This is the complete package for birth support! Includes: Two 1-1.5 hour prenatal appointments via zoom (answer questions, pain management, birth plans, coach partner on how to best assist you, what to expect with your labor/delivery, and so much more), on-call services with text/email support from 38-42 weeks, continuous support via Zoom/phone/text/walkie talkie app/etc. once active labor is established, immediate postpartum support for first 2 hours following delivery, and one 1-hour Postpartum follow up via Zoom.

$1,800 USD · Flat rate

Complete Birth Doula Package- In-Person/Local

Includes everything listed above in "Complete Birth Doula Package-Virtual" except all appointments and labor/delivery/Postpartum support is in-person. *1st prenatal appointment may be held on Zoom at your request.

$1,800 USD · Flat rate

Postpartum Rescue Virtual Session

Exactly how it sounds! If you're Postpartum and discovering that you need some quick help or support, this may be an option for you! Includes 1 hour zoom to talk about whatever you need, book on demand depending upon availability. Follow up email included with visit recap, information, resources, and referrals as needed.

$60 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

I offer traditional in-person Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum Doula Services as well as 100% virtual Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum Doula and Consulting Services (anywhere you can get on Zoom). I can come in as your trusted sister-friend and advisor as early as conception, in the midst of your Postpartum period, or anywhere in between!! Please reach out for a free 30 minute consultation to chat about what you're needing/looking for, how I can best help you & your family, or to learn about how my virtual services work- I would be delighted to hear from you! My specialties include: Pregnancy guidance, preparation for you and your birth team (partners/family/siblings) to work towards your birth vision with the support you need & deserve, unmedicated/zero-low intervention hospital births, holistic care & pain management techniques, preparing for Postpartum & creating a family Postpartum plan, newborn care, sibling support, lactation support, transitioning back to work, & transitioning baby into daycare settings.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Early Childhood Education- 120 hours (2018)
Early Learning Center- Center Director (2018)
Infant & Adult CPR/AED/1st Aid Certified (2023)
Food Handlers Card- Snohomish County Health Department (2024)
HIV/Bloodborne Pathogens Training- Dept. Of Labor & Industries (2024)
Aromatherapy for Clinical Use- Certificate Program (2022)
Supporting Parents in the NICU (2023)
Postpartum Doula Training Program, DONA, Bastyr University (2021)
Birth Doula Certification, DONA International (2023)
Birth Doula Training Program, DONA, Bastyr University (2020)
Perinatal Mental Health Specialized Training, Postpartum Support International (2023)
Breastfeeding For Doulas Certificate Program, DONA, Bastyr University (2020)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA

Languages

English

Credentials

CBD

Specialties

Abuse Advanced Maternal Age Anxiety and Depression Aromatherapy Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach Babywearing Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Breech Birth Cesarean, Episiotomy and Scar Pain Childbirth Education Childhood Growth and Development Early Parenting Educator Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Healthy Eating Herbal Postpartum Care High-Risk Pregnancy Home Birth Hypnobirthing Method Infant Care Keeping Fit Labor Doula Latch Issues Life Transitions Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Multiples Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Prep Nipple and Breast Pain Overnight Newborn Care Pain Management Parenting Parenting Support Perinatal and Infant Loss Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Positive Thinking Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Preconception Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Loss Premature Infants Prenatal Care Prenatal Life Relaxation Techniques Reproductive and Parenting Reproductive Mental Health Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Sibling Preparation Spirituality Stress Management Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Toddlers Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Violence Water birth

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