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My name is Shannon Klee, CD(DONA). I have been serving the northern VA community as a professional birth doula for eight beautiful years now. Talk to me about how I can help you out.
Labor services and other great perks currently offered by Wise Path Birthing Services, LLC
Childbirth education
Rebozo certified
Spinning Babies® trained
Reiki treatments available
TENS unit available in labor
Birthing ball and "peanut ball" available
Childbirth education
Rebozo certified
Spinning Babies® trained
Reiki treatments available
TENS unit available in labor
Birthing ball and "peanut ball" available
What is a doula?
A doula is a woman who is especially trained with information about labor and birth. The doula knows a lot about birth, but she is not a doctor or a midwife. She doesn’t have the decision-making responsibilities of the medical professional; the doula cannot diagnose or prescribe treatments. No, you might say that the doula doesn’t deal so much with the body, but with the spirit.
The doula uses her knowledge of birth to offer support to the whole family, assisting in any way that she can. She might bring a cold cloth for the woman’s forehead, or blankets, a massage, or a calming word; she might educate a partner about the stages of labor, so that no one is surprised or confused by what is happening. And in moments of stress, the doula can be the one who maintains a calm atmosphere, and can help focus the laboring individual's energy on the important job she is doing. If a medical decision must be made, the doula will help the family gather information, so that they can make the best, most informed decision possible.
When I am in the birthing room, acting as a doula, I try to make sure that everyone is doing what they can, and what they want to do. The woman herself is my primary responsibility. I serve her before others; but at the same time, I respect the role of her assistant, whether that is a partner, family member, or good friend. If this person wants to take on an active role in the birth, I will assist them in their support of the laboring woman. I might demonstrate good massage techniques, or walk with the woman and her partner, in the hopes that the partner and family will receive the recognition. They are the heroes, and if I am doing my job well, then I am scarcely visible! But for my being there, everything moves a little more smoothly. I've also helped several couples with Spanish translation, if they need help communicating with the medical staff. This is the role of the doula.
I serve the area of northern Virginia and Washington, DC. At this point, I have had the joy and honor of attending thirty-nine labors, both natural and medicated. My current rate, negotiable for families of need, is $900. Please contact me for more information! My door is always open.
A doula is a woman who is especially trained with information about labor and birth. The doula knows a lot about birth, but she is not a doctor or a midwife. She doesn’t have the decision-making responsibilities of the medical professional; the doula cannot diagnose or prescribe treatments. No, you might say that the doula doesn’t deal so much with the body, but with the spirit.
The doula uses her knowledge of birth to offer support to the whole family, assisting in any way that she can. She might bring a cold cloth for the woman’s forehead, or blankets, a massage, or a calming word; she might educate a partner about the stages of labor, so that no one is surprised or confused by what is happening. And in moments of stress, the doula can be the one who maintains a calm atmosphere, and can help focus the laboring individual's energy on the important job she is doing. If a medical decision must be made, the doula will help the family gather information, so that they can make the best, most informed decision possible.
When I am in the birthing room, acting as a doula, I try to make sure that everyone is doing what they can, and what they want to do. The woman herself is my primary responsibility. I serve her before others; but at the same time, I respect the role of her assistant, whether that is a partner, family member, or good friend. If this person wants to take on an active role in the birth, I will assist them in their support of the laboring woman. I might demonstrate good massage techniques, or walk with the woman and her partner, in the hopes that the partner and family will receive the recognition. They are the heroes, and if I am doing my job well, then I am scarcely visible! But for my being there, everything moves a little more smoothly. I've also helped several couples with Spanish translation, if they need help communicating with the medical staff. This is the role of the doula.
I serve the area of northern Virginia and Washington, DC. At this point, I have had the joy and honor of attending thirty-nine labors, both natural and medicated. My current rate, negotiable for families of need, is $900. Please contact me for more information! My door is always open.