2LIFE DOULA SUPPORT
“There is ample research on the benefits of doulas at births. (Hodnett, 2013) When the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) released their groundbreaking “Safe Prevention of the Primary Cesarean Delivery” Obstetric Care Consensus Statement in February 2014, one of their key recommendations to reduce the primary cesarean rate in the USA was the continuous presence of a doula at a birth. (Caughey, 2014)”
A birth doula is a person trained and experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after childbirth.
The word “doula” comes from ancient Greek, meaning “Woman’s servant”. Throughout history and in much of the world today, a cadre of women support a woman through labor and birth, giving back rubs and providing continuous emotional support.
A doula provides support and uninterrupted care for a woman in labour. I meet with the mother and her partner a few times before the birth. I will be in contact with you during early labor and will come and be with you when your labour has started establishing into active labour. I will accompany both you and your partner throughout labor and delivery. I will provide physical and emotional support, comfort and pain-coping measures, encouragement, and aid your partner in being able to support you to the best of his ability. I will advocate for the mother and her partner and help them make informed decisions. After the birth, I will visit you at your home or hospital to see if you need to debrief the birth or aid you with any resources you may need during the postpartum period.
I deeply understand, trust, and respect the process of labour and birth. My goal is to support the emotional and physical journey of the mother and her partner. At all times I strive to provide the best possible experience for the family that I am supporting and ease their transition into parenthood.
Doula birth SUPPORT
Birth Doula Duo Support
Two experienced doulas.
One connected support team.
Birth is unpredictable, and having the right support around you can make an enormous difference.
Through our Doula Duo, you will be supported by Moran Liviani of 2Life Doula and Sammy Griffin of Sammy Griffin Birth Support. Together, we bring many years of experience supporting families through pregnancy, labour, birth and the early postnatal period.
During your pregnancy, you will spend time with both of us so we can get to know you, your partner, your preferences and what is most important to you for your birth. We will stay in close communication with each other throughout your pregnancy, sharing relevant information and working together so that your care feels consistent and connected, regardless of which one of us attends your birth.
One of us will provide your in-person labour and birth support, rather than both of us attending at the same time. The other doula will remain available as backup and can step in if a handover is needed due to a particularly long labour, illness or unforeseen circumstances. Any handover will be carefully communicated so that you continue to feel supported and do not need to explain your wishes or circumstances again.
This arrangement allows you to benefit from the combined knowledge, experience and perspective of two established doulas, while still receiving calm, familiar and continuous one-to-one support throughout your labour and birth.
DOULA DUO PACKAGE 1 — $4200
This package is designed for: First-time mamas wanting to feel fully prepared and informed, or VBAC mamas approaching labour for the first time.
Your Pregnancy Journey Package ~ Embrace Your Unique Birth Experience
As your Doula Duo, we will celebrate the uniqueness of your pregnancy journey. This comprehensive package is designed to ensure you and your partner feel informed, confident and fully prepared for the experience of bringing your baby into the world.
During your pregnancy, you will spend time with both of us so we can get to know you, your partner, your preferences and what is most important to you for your birth. We will remain in close communication and work together behind the scenes so that your care feels consistent and connected throughout your pregnancy, labour and birth.
What’s Included:
Three comprehensive private prenatal sessions with both doulas, birth doula support and one postnatal check-in and birth debrief session.
Our three private prenatal sessions are designed to provide you and your partner with comprehensive childbirth education and personalised birth preparation, while allowing us to tailor each session specifically to your individual circumstances, preferences and needs.
THREE PRIVATE PRENATAL SESSIONS
This package includes three comprehensive private prenatal sessions with both of us.
Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, these sessions allow us to spend time getting to know you and your partner while providing the knowledge, practical tools and preparation you need to approach labour and birth feeling informed and confident.
Across the three sessions, we will explore:
- The stages and physiology of labour
- Understanding what happens physically and emotionally during birth
- HypnoBirthing mind-body connection tools and techniques
- Birth preferences and informed decision-making
- Relaxation and pain-coping techniques
- Active birth positions and comfort measures
- Practical partner support
- Preparing for the fourth trimester
- Postnatal recovery and the early weeks with your baby
The private format allows us to focus closely on your individual circumstances, preferences, previous experiences and any concerns you or your partner may have.
It also gives both of us the opportunity to build a relationship with you before your birth, ensuring we understand what is most important to you and can provide consistent, connected support regardless of which one of us attends your birth.
The sessions are also an opportunity to ask personal questions, explore your birth options, practise practical labour techniques and work through different aspects of birth preparation in a way that is relevant to your individual needs.
Connecting With You and Your Partner:
- Explore your expectations and preferences for your birth, creating a roadmap that aligns with your individual vision.
- Guide your partner in understanding their important role and tailoring their involvement to your preferences and needs.
- Equip both of you with essential knowledge, practical tools and insights for labour and birth.
- Discuss how you would like to be supported physically, emotionally and practically.
- Ensure both doulas understand your preferences so your care remains consistent regardless of which one of us attends your birth.
Building Comfort and Trust:
- Address any fears or anxieties you may have, creating an open and supportive space in which to discuss your concerns.
- Cultivate a comfortable and trusting relationship with both of us before your birth.
- Establish a strong foundation for us to work together as a supportive birth team.
- Draw on our experience and training in HypnoBirthing, Lamaze and doula support to provide holistic and comprehensive preparation for labour and birth.
Understanding Labour and Birth:
Develop a clear understanding of how labour may begin, the different stages of labour and what you may experience physically and emotionally as your birth progresses.
Understanding the physiology of birth can reduce uncertainty and help you and your partner recognise what is happening throughout labour.
Fear Exploration:
Explore and address any fears that may accompany the anticipation of your upcoming birth.
Your private prenatal sessions provide a secure and judgment-free environment in which you can express your concerns. Together, we will work through these fears, helping you approach your birth feeling more informed, empowered and calm.
Relaxation Techniques and Coping Strategies:
Discover an approach to relaxation and labour support that suits your individual needs.
You will learn practical techniques designed to help you navigate the different stages of labour with greater confidence and composure. By understanding and practising these strategies during pregnancy, you and your partner will feel more prepared to use them when labour begins.
Active Birth Positions and Comfort Measures:
Explore a variety of active birth positions that can support movement, comfort and the natural progression of labour.
You and your partner will also learn practical comfort measures, including massage, counter-pressure, breathing, movement, positioning and the use of different birth tools.
Crafting Your Birth Plan:
Our collaborative process involves creating a comprehensive birth plan that goes beyond simply listing your preferences. It is also about education, communication and informed decision-making.
We will explore your options and help you understand the potential benefits, risks and alternatives relating to common birth choices and interventions. This allows you to make informed decisions that align with your individual values and vision for your birth.
Pain-Coping Techniques:
Equip yourself with a range of pain-coping techniques tailored to your preferences.
Whether through mindfulness, breathing, relaxation, movement, massage, touch or positioning, you will develop a practical toolkit to help you manage the intensity of labour and feel more confident throughout the experience.
Preparing Your Birth Partner:
Your birth partner will learn how to recognise your needs, offer effective physical and emotional support and work alongside your doula as part of your birth team.
Our role is not to replace your partner, but to help them feel confident, involved and supported in their important role.
Fourth Trimester Insight:
Extend your preparation beyond childbirth by learning about the fourth trimester.
We will explore important aspects of postnatal recovery, newborn care, feeding, emotional wellbeing and creating a supportive environment for you, your baby and your family during this transformative period.
Continuous Support:
Enjoy the reassurance of phone and message support during the early stages of labour, providing guidance and reassurance when you need it most.
Once labour becomes established and you feel ready for additional in-person support, one of us will join you at home or at your chosen place of birth.
We will be on call for you 24 hours a day from 38 weeks of pregnancy until your baby is born.
One of us will provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support throughout your active labour and birth. The other doula will remain available to provide backup or step in for a carefully communicated handover if needed.
This means you are not relying on the availability of only one doula. You will know and have built a relationship with both of us before your birth, giving you the reassurance of familiar and experienced support regardless of which one of us is by your side.
These components are not simply individual services. They are pillars of support designed to nurture your confidence, deepen your knowledge and create an environment in which you can approach childbirth feeling informed, prepared and genuinely supported.
Additional Support:
In-Home and Birth Support:
Experience physical, emotional and informational support during active labour, helping to create a calm, reassuring and supportive birth environment.
One of us will remain by your side throughout active labour and birth, supporting both you and your partner until you and your baby are settled following the birth.
Birth Photography:
We may also be able to take photographs during your birthing day if you wish.
Please let us know beforehand if you would like photographs. We will do our best to capture meaningful moments, provided that doing so does not interfere with our primary responsibility of supporting you throughout your labour and birth.
Resource Access:
Enhance your preparation with access to a diverse collection of books and resources relating to pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period from our lending libraries.
Postnatal Follow-Up:
As part of this package, we will schedule one postnatal visit following your baby’s birth.
This visit provides an opportunity to debrief your birth experience, discuss any questions or concerns, check in on your physical and emotional wellbeing and provide ongoing reassurance and support.
Continuous Availability
Phone and Message Accessibility:
Reach out to us by phone, text or email throughout your pregnancy with questions or concerns relating to your appointments, birth preparation or upcoming birth.
We will also remain available during the early postnatal period to provide general reassurance and support within our role as doulas.
Special Considerations
This package is thoughtfully designed for first-time parents who want comprehensive childbirth education combined with personalised doula support.
It is also particularly suited to VBAC mamas who have not previously experienced labour and would benefit from additional education, preparation and practical support before birth.
By combining three comprehensive private prenatal sessions with ongoing pregnancy support and continuous birth support from two experienced doulas, this package provides the knowledge, preparation and individual care needed to help you approach your birth feeling confident, informed and well supported.
The private nature of these sessions allows your preparation to be tailored specifically to you, your partner, your circumstances and the birth you are preparing for, while also giving you the opportunity to build a relationship with both of us before your baby arrives.
Embark on Your Birthing Journey With Confidence,
Knowledge and Personalised Support
Doula Duo Package 2 — $4000
This package is designed for: Mamas who have given birth before, or VBAC mamas with previous labour experience and have not done any previous childbirth education.
Your Pregnancy Journey Package
Embrace Your Unique Birth Experience
As your Doula Duo, Moran and Sammy will celebrate the uniqueness of your pregnancy journey. Our personalised package is designed to ensure you and your partner feel prepared, supported and confident as you bring your baby into the world.
You will have the opportunity to build a relationship with both of us during pregnancy and benefit from the combined knowledge and experience of two highly experienced doulas. We work closely together and communicate throughout your journey, with one of us attending and supporting you during your labour and birth.
What’s Included:
Two private prenatal sessions, birth doula support and one postnatal check-in and birth debrief session.
Connecting With You and Your Partner
During our prenatal sessions, we will:
- Explore your expectations and preferences for your birth, creating a roadmap that aligns with your individual vision.
- Guide your partner in understanding their important role and help them feel confident supporting you in the way you need.
- Equip both of you with practical tools, information and strategies for labour and birth.
- Discuss your previous birth experiences and identify anything you would like to approach differently this time.
Building Comfort and Trust
Our prenatal sessions allow you to build a comfortable and trusting relationship with both of us before your birth.
We will:
- Address any fears or anxieties you may have and provide a supportive space to talk openly about your concerns.
- Establish a strong foundation for us to work together as a team during your labour and birth.
- Draw on our experience and training in HypnoBirthing, Lamaze and doula support to provide holistic and comprehensive birth preparation.
Session Highlights
Fear Exploration
Explore and address any fears that may accompany the anticipation of your upcoming birth. Our sessions provide a secure and judgment-free space for you to express your concerns.
Together, we will work through these fears, helping you feel more informed, empowered and calm as you approach your baby’s birth.
Relaxation Techniques and Coping Strategies
Discover relaxation and coping techniques that suit your individual needs.
We will introduce personalised strategies to help you navigate the different stages of labour with greater confidence and composure. By practising these tools during pregnancy, you and your partner will feel more prepared to use them when labour begins.
Active Birth Positions and Comfort Measures
Explore a range of active birth positions and physical comfort measures that can support you throughout labour.
We will help you discover what feels most natural and effective for your body, while also showing your partner practical ways to offer hands-on support.
Crafting Your Birth Plan
Together, we will create a comprehensive birth plan that goes beyond simply listing your preferences.
We will discuss your options, help you understand the benefits and considerations of different choices, and support you in making informed decisions that reflect your individual values and vision for your birth.
Pain-Coping Techniques
Equip yourself with a range of pain-coping techniques tailored to your preferences.
These may include breathing techniques, relaxation, movement, positioning, massage, counter-pressure, mindfulness and other proven comfort measures. Together, we will build a practical toolkit to help you manage the intensity of labour.
Fourth Trimester Insight
Your preparation will extend beyond the birth itself.
We will discuss important aspects of the fourth trimester, including postnatal recovery, emotional wellbeing, newborn care and creating a supportive environment for you, your baby and your family.
Continuous Labour and Birth Support
You will have access to phone and message support during the early stages of labour, providing guidance and reassurance when you need it.
Once labour becomes more established and you feel ready for in-person support, one of us will join you at home or at your chosen place of birth.
We work together as a Doula Duo, meaning you receive the reassurance and experience of two doulas throughout your journey. While only one of us will usually attend your birth at a time, we remain in communication and have a clear handover and backup arrangement in place.
We will be on call for you 24 hours a day from 38 weeks of pregnancy until your baby is born.
These services are more than individual appointments. They are pillars of support designed to build your confidence, increase your knowledge and create an environment where you can approach birth feeling informed, supported and reassured.
Additional Support
In-Person Birth Support
One of us will provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support during active labour and birth, helping to create a calm, safe and supportive environment.
We will also support your partner, helping them feel confident, involved and able to care for you throughout the experience.
Birth Photography
We may be able to take photographs during your birthing day when circumstances allow.
Please let us know beforehand if you would like photographs. We will do our best to capture meaningful moments, provided this does not interfere with our primary responsibility of supporting you during labour and birth.
Resource Access
Enhance your preparation with access to a selection of books and resources relating to pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period from our lending libraries.
Postpartum Follow-Up
This package includes one postnatal visit following your baby’s birth.
During this visit, we will provide an opportunity to debrief your birth experience, discuss any questions or concerns, check in on your recovery and offer ongoing emotional and informational support.
Continuous Availability
Phone and Message Support
You can contact us by phone, text or email throughout your pregnancy with questions or concerns relating to your birth preparation and care.
We will remain available during the early postnatal period to provide reassurance and general support within our scope as doulas.
Special Considerations
This package is thoughtfully designed for second-time or subsequent parents, including those who may or may not have previously completed independent prenatal birth education. It is also suitable for VBAC mamas who have experienced labour before.
For VBAC mamas who have not previously experienced labour, we recommend our Birth Boot Camp and Doula Duo Package, which includes more comprehensive prenatal education and preparation.
Embark on Your Birthing Journey With Confidence and Personalised Support
With the Doula Duo, you are not relying on the availability, knowledge or experience of only one doula. You will know and be supported by both Moran and Sammy throughout your pregnancy, with one of us by your side during labour and birth.
Together, we are committed to helping you feel prepared, heard, respected and genuinely supported as you welcome your baby.