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Welcome! My name is Shiphrah, and I am a dedicated doula, certified midwife, and mother with a passion for empowering families through their birth journeys. As a home birther myself, I deeply value the transformative experience of childbirth and understand the importance of compassionate, personalized care. I have supported all variations of birth, including hospital, out-of-hospital, home, birth center, water, dry, surgical, midwife-attended, and obstetrician-led births. With this diverse experience, I am equipped to provide holistic support that meets your unique needs and preferences. In addition to my doula work, I am pursuing midwifery, and am committed to advocating for culturally respectful and inclusive care. I serve families in San Antonio, Schertz, and surrounding areas, guiding them with wisdom, kindness, and unwavering support through every step of their journey. I look forward to walking alongside you as you welcome new life into the world!
Childbirth Education Package My Childbirth Education Package is a comprehensive, personalized service designed to prepare and support you throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. This package includes: • Continual Childbirth Education: Weekly education tailored to your gestational stage, covering topics like fetal development, prenatal care, and newborn preparation. • Informed Prenatal Guidance: Preparation for making empowered choices during prenatal visits and understanding your options for labor and delivery. • Labor Support: Assistance during labor to help you feel confident, comfortable, and supported. • Birth Attendance: I will be present at your birth in any setting—home, birth center, or hospital—offering emotional and physical support. • Postpartum Follow-Up: • Lactation support to help with breastfeeding or chestfeeding. • Light house cleaning to create a more peaceful environment. • Mental health check-ins to ensure emotional well-being. • General family support, customized to meet your specific needs. This package is $1,300 and includes a free consultation to discuss your goals and answer any questions. To get started, a $350 deposit is required, followed by an introductory call to plan and tailor services to your unique journey. Let’s connect and create a plan that works for you and your family!
Services Offered I offer a range of personalized services designed to support families throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Here’s a breakdown of each service and who may benefit: • Childbirth Education Only Perfect for first-time parents or anyone wanting to feel confident and informed. This service provides comprehensive education on pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum to help you make empowered decisions. • Childbirth Education + Birth Support Combines education with hands-on, in-person support during labor and delivery. Ideal for families seeking continuous guidance and comfort measures during their birth experience, whether at home, a birth center, or a hospital. • Backup Doula Services for Other Doulas For fellow doulas in need of a reliable backup. I step in seamlessly to ensure your clients receive exceptional care. • Childbirth Education, Birth, and Postpartum Support The most comprehensive package, this is ideal for families who want continuous support from pregnancy through the postpartum period. Includes childbirth education, labor support, and postpartum care for a smoother transition into parenthood. • Postpartum Support Only Tailored for families needing extra care after birth. Services may include newborn care, feeding support, emotional encouragement, and light household help to ease the transition. Each service is designed to meet the unique needs of families and ensure they feel empowered and cared for every step of the way. Let’s find the perfect fit for your journey!
Shiphrah attended two of my births as my doula and her support both physically and mentally was unmatched. She is expertly educated on all things prenatal and postpartum, and is always willing to go the extra mile for her clients! Highly recommend!
— Ava I.
Shiphrah is phenomenal and provides excellent service. Caring, kind and compassionate. Such a pleasant experience with her.
— Judea I.
Shiphrah is so great genuinely. Her communication is top tier, being a first time future mommy she has given me some comfort with her knowledge on my future birthing journey. 10/10 would recommend this lovely women to anyone if they are seeking a midwife/doula. Communication is fantastic, the way she addresses my questions is fantastic and overall has such a beautiful soul.
— Raya I.
Shiphrah was my doula for my first child, and I cannot begin to describe the way her support carried me through pregnancy and birth. Her passion for this field shines with her expertise and unwavering aid. I recommend her every chance I get and will forever do so. Words cannot begin to express how much I appreciate her and how much I recommend her for anyone else's birth!
— Menuah I.
I have had the privilege of working with Shiphrah in the birth room many times, and her calm, loving presence always stands out. She brings deep wisdom and skill to supporting birth in all its forms. Her supportive and encouraging words are deeply grounding—especially during moments when it feels like you're doing the impossible. I wholeheartedly recommend her doula services to anyone seeking compassionate and skillful support for their birth experience.
— Denise R.
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Shiphrah is based in San Antonio, Texas.
