Labour & Birth

Support Offered by Birth Doula & Driftwood Doula Owner, Liz Burns.

Back up support offered by certifying doula, Quynne Merrill

I provide a no-obligation, free, 30-minute zoom consultation so we can get to know each other prior to committing to work together.

If the pricing below makes care inaccessible to you, please reach out, we can work together to ensure you have the supported journey you are looking for. I am connected with a group of trainee doulas who offer their services at a discounted rate.

Our Birth Package Includes:

  • ongoing text/call/e-mail support throughout pregnancy and two months postpartum

  • two 2-hour prenatal education sessions, for birth and postpartum preparation

  • on-call 24/7 starting at 38 weeks until birth

  • advocacy, emotional support, physical support, and comfort techniques throughout labour and birth (please see details below)

  • support, inclusion, reassurance, and education for the birth partner (if relevant) throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum

  • one 2-hour postpartum visit to debrief on the birth, and to discuss any concerns you have regarding your newborn(s) and postpartum healing

  • In-person labour support commencing in active labour (identified by me over the phone, or, by your healthcare practitioner). Once active labour has been confirmed, I will come to your home or the hospital and provide dedicated support throughout active labour, pushing, birth, and for two hours post-partum

$1350+ HST

Early Labour Add-On

For people who are unsure if they can manage early labour without support, I offer a $200+HST top up price for me to arrive once you feel like you need me during early labour.

This add-on is a good option for people who are expecting their first child, and/or do not feel comfortable riding-out early labour without experienced support. Also helpful for those who know they are going to be induced, and want support throughout the induction process.

Flexible payment plans are available, my only requirement is that all fees are paid prior to the birth. I accept e-transfer, or credit card. For credit card I add 4% to cover the processing fee.

Availability:

The list below outlines the spots I have remaining in the upcoming months. Please note that sometimes dates and availability change around due to unforeseen events such as planned cesarean sections or inductions. If the month looks “full” please reach out anyway just incase. I also have other doulas I can recommend in the case I cannot support you personally.

May 2024: 2

June 2024: Liz FULL. Quynne (certifying) has spaces at a discounted rate

July 2024: Liz FULL. Quynne (certifying) has spaces at a discounted rate

August: FULL

September: 1

October: 4

November: 4

December: 4

January: 4