Sarah Bourestom - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Sarah

Howdy! I’m so glad you’re here! Birth and postpartum are some of the most vulnerable times in someone’s life and if we work together I’m likely going to see you naked to some degree, so it’s only fair you know about me too! I grew up in the Dallas area and have been in Austin since 2014. I came for college and south Austin has always been my home. I was a nanny for a family while I was working on my undergraduate degree in social work with minors in psychology and women & gender studies - they introduced me to what a doula was. I am one of the lucky people on this planet who has truly found their calling and can honestly say they love their job. I’m also a Licensed Social Worker in both Texas and Colorado and focused my studies in graduate school on perinatal mental health and mood disorders and the mind-body connection of somatic therapy. I believe the birth of a child, and rebirth of humans in the transition to becoming a parent, are sacred and beautiful experiences. Knowing birth is strenuous on the physical body as well as requiring an immense amount of mental strength, I bring in knowledge from regulating your central nervous system while still focusing on mind-body-soul-connection. Having a strong support to provide knowledge, hold space, and honor the process is key, and what I love most about birthwork. I am also passionate about the postpartum period to help families navigate the transitions of a new parental identity, preparing parent’s relationship for changes, caring for themselves, and setting up realistic expectations for what the future will bring. I come into the birthing space with no judgment, and am fully present for whatever decisions you make during this process. You can catch me around Austin climbing rocks, crocheting at Barton Springs, reading at West China Tea Company, and traveling with my partner, Haley, and our 2 dogs, Norman and Elio. I look forward to working in community with you!

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Essential Care

-3 prenatal visits in your home -Monthly, informal check-ins via zoom, phone, or meeting up to offer additional support and to stay connected throughout pregnancy -Unlimited phone/text/email support for any questions or concerns throughout pregnancy -On-call 37+ weeks -In-person labor support and present up to 2 hours immediate postpartum to assist with initial feed. -1 postpartum check in, including a typed labor and birth timeline Plus, access to: -Somatic Birth Prep E-workbook -Client lending library -Client-only content (meditations, coping tools, breathwork, movement practice, etc.) -15% off my classes **$200 off out of hospital births

$1,800 USD · Flat rate

Inclusive Care

All of Essential Care package AND: -1 Root Care Extra of your choice -Online Newborn Care Course -Two 32oz jars of postpartum healing broth brought to you in a prenatal to keep in your freezer. -Relationship Prep for Postpartum E book **$200 off out of hospital births

$2,100 USD · Flat rate

Virtual Care

-3 prenatal visits in your home -Unlimited phone/text/email support for any questions or concerns throughout pregnancy -On-call 37+ weeks -Virtual labor support via phone, Facetime, text -1 postpartum check in (Zoom or in home) Plus, access to: -Somatic Birth Prep E-workbook -Client lending library -Client-only content (meditations, coping tools, breathwork, movement practice, etc.) -15% off my classes

$900 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

I offer a few different birth packages to choose what level of support best fits your needs. I also have various other realms of support such as: - Hourly postpartum care - Prenatal nesting gathering that includes a birthing ceremony - Placenta encapsulation - Birth processing - Sliding scale childbirth class - Postpartum honoring ceremony - Food preparation geared towards what the postpartum body needs.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Placenta Encapsulation (2022)
Full Spectrum Doula (2021)

Education

Master's of Social Work (2022)

Languages

English

Credentials

CD (DTI) MSW

Specialties

Acupressure During Labor Anxiety and Depression Babywearing Birth Doula Breastfeeding Support Evidence-Based Care Hypnobirthing Method Infant Care Labor Doula LGBTQ+ Mental Health Mindfulness Mood Disorders Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Panic Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Placenta Encapsulation Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Prenatal Care Psychotherapy Relaxation Techniques Self-Compassion Stress Management Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Breech Birth Childbirth Education

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