SOFTLY CIRCLE BIRTH AND LACTATION
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Online HypnoBirthing® Classes
HypnoBirthing® is a childbirth technique and philosophy that focuses on fear release and deep relaxation. Beyond being an evidenced-based childbirth education class, HypnoBirthing® looks at the relationship between mind and body, exploring how our thoughts shape our experiences, and consequently our births. Through breathing, visualization, and self-hypnosis,
HypnoBirthing® supports you in birthing instinctively and without fear.
Classes are held on Zoom at 11:00 AM EST/17:00 CET.
The program meets once a week over the course of 5 weeks for 2.5
hours each class.
See my upcoming class schedule and register for a free info session.4 hours.
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Private HypnoBirthing® Classes
Five-class series with customizable dates and times.
Compressed courses are offered for those late in their pregnancy and classes may be adjusted to suit your specific needs.
To schedule a private HypnoBirthing® series, submit an enrollment form and I will reach out to you within 24 hours.
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Birth Doula Support
As a Certified Birth Doula, I offer emotional, physical and informational support so that you may move towards an intentional and fulfilled birth. Pairing evidence-based information with your intuition and lived experience, I support you in the process of informed decision making. I offer affirmative and non-judgemental care rooted in a collaborative approach.
Birth support includes the following:
Two prenatal visits (2-3 hours each)
Ongoing virtual support from the time of hire
On-call support from 37-42 weeks
Attendance at the birth as soon as you feel you need me
Assistance in the immediate postpartum
One postpartum visit (2-3 hours)
Client Testimonial
Birth was absolutely amazing. It could not have been a more peaceful and gentle experience. I had the affirmations playing during most of the laboring and was in complete focus on surrender. I can’t say I felt any pain like I expected. More like intense moments of pressure but nothing I wasn’t able to breathe through as the strong surges passed. What a beautiful journey indeed. I’m so thankful for the hypnobirthing classes and I’ve been telling everyone about how important it is to learn about! I appreciate your support so much!
-Veronica
Lactation Education and Support
As a Certified Breastfeeding Educator under the mentorship of a Board Certified Lactation Consultant, I offer lactation education and postpartum support with feeding your baby.
A two-hour prenatal class covers essential lactation topics, including preparation for breastfeeding/chestfeeding, proper latch and positioning, feeding cues, signs that baby is getting enough milk, feeding frequency, milk transitions, adjusting milk supply, pumping and storage, bottle feeding, common challenges and solutions, weaning, and the hormonal, psychological, and emotional aspects of lactation—and more!
Postpartum support includes answering your questions, identifying feeding challenges, providing solutions, offering referrals for complex concerns, and connecting you with resources to support you in nourishing your baby in the best way for your family.
Birth Plan Consultation
A consultation to assist you in navigating your choices in childbirth. Together, we will discuss common hospital policies and interventions, what to expect at the hospital, birth center, or homebirth setting, selecting the right care team, informed consent, birth preferences and birth plans, role of the partner or support person, coping techniques in labor, and more to ensure you are entering your birthing time feeling confident and informed.
Postpartum Doula Support
As a Certified Postpartum Doula, I offer physical, emotional and informational support in the postpartum period. Care can include birth story processing, mindfulness exercises, newborn care, help with feeding, light cleaning, overnight stays, and meal preperation. Each postpartum visit is a minimum of three hours and may extend to twelve hours.
Imaginative
Expanding connection and creating spaciousness through meditative reflection
Elucidative
Integrating evidence based information with lived experience and intuition
Centered
Returning power to the family through collaboration
Supple
Cultivating curiosity and openness to adapt to changes as they unfold
Professional Affiliations
