Find Birth Doula Jobs Near Utica, NY

Hi LaurieAnn, I am the adoptive mother of a baby due mid to late March. I’ve been searching for postpartum support without much luck. We live in Norwich (13815). I’m an older mom, 41, living with my husband and a few dogs. I had miscarriages but no deliveries due to premature ovarian failure. I am attempting to induce lactation and Upstate Breastfeeding medicine will see me, but not until February. I guess I just thought I should reach out to a real person instead of relying solely on the internet! If you have any resources to point me towards, I would appreciate it.

Hospital birth, currently trying to learn more about birth plan

First time mom, giving birth at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, NY. No budget, as our insurance covers doula and lactation care. I want to avoid the cascade of intervention as best we can (including induction). I am not opposed to medication however, I do want to give birth as naturally as possible. I know my pain tolerance is low, so I anticipate there's a possibility of wanting an epidural. I want: -delayed cord clamping -skin to skin, golden hour after birth -vaginal delivery -circumcision (having a boy) Don't want: -baby out of mom and dad's sight after birth unless medically necessary -induction interventions unless medically necessary -bottle formula for baby -forceps/vacuum

We’re looking for birth and possibly postpartum support for a hospital birth for our first child. Ideally, we are looking to utilize our insurance to assist with cost coverage. My birth plan is not yet fixed, but hoping to lean more on the natural side of things. We are especially interested in doulas who have a Christian faith background.

I will be giving birth at Crouse Hospital, my doula is covered by my insurance which is excellus blue cross blue shield. I want a natural birth