https://www.birthrise.com/home daily 0.75 2024-12-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/1585076676900-ZCPZ2QUBBYGGZXVNJIY3/Homebirth-Parker-Gina-Gerboth-Natalya-HR+%2858%29.jpg Home Birth is a wild and magical ride. Doulas are available for everything from emotionally holding space, to physically holding you through contractions. As your birth doula I will advocate for your birth choices and support however your unique birth unfolds. Day or night, in person or by phone I will be your consistent 3rd party support to help you (and your partner) through pregnancy, birth and immediate postpartum. https://www.birthrise.com/services daily 1.0 2025-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/7b69fcdc-6f99-4b1e-bc25-8bee98807001/Luke.JPG Services - Birth Doula Birth is a wild and magical ride. Doulas are available for everything from emotionally holding space, to physically holding you through contractions. As your birth doula I will advocate for your birth choices and support however your unique birth unfolds. Day or night, in person or by phone I will be your consistent 3rd party support to help you (and your partner) through pregnancy, birth and immediate postpartum. A consultation for you to determine if I’m the right fit. Informational & emotional support via email, phone and text throughout the pregnancy 3 prenatal visits to prepare for birth, discuss strategies for coping, advocacy & your birth desires At-Your-Pace Childbirth Education Course with 5 modules (including anatomy & physiology, stages of labor, medical options/interventions, comfort management techniques and positions, partner support and more). Also includes sample birth videos & birth preparation journaling Hands on massage techniques and demo for pregnancy and labor relief On call support 24/7 from your 38th week of pregnancy until birth. Call/Text in the middle of the night or in the wee hours of the morning. If labor happens before 38 weeks, I will still make every effort to attend your birth. For situations when I am not available prior to week 38 a backup may be available In-person support at the onset of labor (or whenever you’re ready) through birth 1-2 postpartum visits in your home (or place of birth) Anytime between 24 hours and 2 weeks postpartum Photos at your birth Fee: 2200-2600/Birth ( I use a sliding scale to support low and no cost services to folks with financial need. Paying at the higher end of my fee scale supports scholarships for both my doula services and my childbirth education course to BIPOC folks in the valley and beyond). I am able to support low and no-cost births on a case by case basis depending on this revolving fund, please reach out to axisdade@gmail.com if you need to discuss low-cost options. For in-person doula services I work with clients in Central Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts, Southern Vermont and Southern New Hampshire. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/cf380f57-89b8-4639-a404-2c5ed086fdd9/IMG_0394.JPEG Services - Postpartum Doula As a Postpartum Doula I provide family centered care to help everyone transition into the fourth trimester. I am your ally during the first days of baby’s life while the birthing parent heals physically and emotionally. Whether you need just a few hours of support or a package of multiple visits over time, I can provide both. Some things I can provide in the postpartum period are: Overnight newborn care Nourishing meal preparation catered to your specific diet (including vegetarian and vegan meals) Babywearing education Chestfeeding support and referrals Emotional support Infant massage instruction Light housework and errands Newborn and sibling care My Postpartum Doula Rates are: A La Carte: $40/hour during the day hour $50 /hour overnight I offer packages of 50+ hours at a discounted rate. https://www.birthrise.com/about daily 0.75 2025-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/342ab977-b7d6-4516-9f44-877039d40507/IMG_3826.jpg About Axis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/1585508997477-FZI2O0Y403PF94ZO034N/Katie.jpg About Axis - “My experience with J was more exceptional than I could have ever imagined. Knowing not what to expect at all- as this was my first experience with childbirth-I interviewed a handful of doulas and they without a doubt felt like the best fit. When I met J, I happened to be going through a particularly emotionally difficult time. As it turns out, challenges in life do not discriminate, simply because you are pregnant. J was caring, loving, knowledgeable and flexible. They provided excellent communication and maintained very professional boundaries. They were thoughtful about holistically incorporating any and all variables that would contribute to a successful, personal experience. Despite any challenges, and the fact that this was my first experience with pregnancy and birth, I felt solid with J by my side. It was like having the missing piece to my amazing, terrifying, confusing and glorious puzzle. My entire family appreciated their love and support while we welcomed our new addition into the world. Now, when I look at my beautiful daughter and all the joy she has brought us, I appreciate even more fully that J was a part of the miraculous experience, and I would highly recommend welcoming them into your family, too!” ~Katie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/3c2d1672-cd6e-4d32-ad8e-2e203ca1c936/Keira+testimonial+pic.jpg About Axis - “I was having contractions for 36 hours before I gave birth at my home. J slept on a yoga mat on the floor next to me most of the first night. They slept in my bed on the floor next to me in the wee hours. I felt safe knowing that as a dark-skinned birthing parent in Vermont, that I had one person with whom I knew in my core would do everything to take care of me. The next day when my contractions slowed and it looked like I may not be able to birth at home, J reached out to an excellent acupuncturist for me and I got an emergency appointment which pushed me into active labor. J was right next to me while I pushed. Took cherished photos and videos as my baby arrived. Created a safe, buoyant, warm space the entire time. For the following five weeks post partum, J cared for us, massaged, cleaned, laughed, listened and I miss this person all the time :)” ~Kiera & Cori https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/db442ef0-60cc-43f5-9043-51bc7d657857/Colleen+and+Rose+.jpeg About Axis - “Having J as our doula was a wonderful experience. Their calm presence and expertise made my challenging labor more smooth and dare I say enjoyable. They informed my partner and I of all the choices we had in each new complication that arose. We both felt supported and safe. We highly recommend J!” ~Colleen & Rose https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/1585507610332-442DKMYZFTRSPTHX930W/NB+Clark+%28Allyson+Michal%29-22.jpg About Axis - “My husband and I are both so happy that we decided to hire a doula for the birth of our son. Having a doula there helped my husband in supporting me during the birth process; they were able to give him advice on what I was going through and how to help. While I was so pleased with the staff at the hospital where we gave birth, I'm not sure my husband would have had this kind of assistance without the presence of a doula, someone who knew him better and was watching out for our entire family. I was really happy that I had discussed my preferences with someone who knew me and could tell my comfort level at the hospital. There was a moment during my birth process when I was at a crossroads, and I really appreciated having a doula there who could see my indecision and help make recommendations how to proceed. We were so pleased with J through this process. I really felt like they understood my personality, and supported our decisions and preferences without any judgment. They were a calming and humorous presence, and took the time to discuss options and find what was important to us, making the experience much more personal.” ~Allyson and Josh https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/1592584265045-TZV80BQNCYMWSLKNIM10/Tiffany+Pic.jpeg About Axis “J was a godsend for my family and I am so very thankful for her support through the birth of my VBAC baby! I sit and write this on the eve of my sons first birthday and I am in tears thinking of the day. J was there for me every step of the way and made me feel so empowered and confident. We met every so often during my pregnancy where she listened to everything I had to say or ask. They gave me massages, endless recommendations and even useful material to help me have the birth of my dreams. I can’t wait to work with J again and again, they make me want to be pregnant over and over. they have turned into a birthing friend my heart needed. Thank you J for helping me to accomplish my number 1 goal. I’m forever grateful!”~Tiffany & TJ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/1585508842938-CQMYUK7VBE7AGN6E9HVG/Screen+Shot+2020-03-29+at+3.06.56+PM.png About Axis - We could tell right away J was caring and inquisitive. they asked us the right questions about our expectations and needs for our birth as well as personal traits and how we view our couplehood. They put us at ease with her kindness, sense of humor, experience, and knowledge. During the birth, J was very much hands-on. They worked with my partner and I side by side. J demonstrated encouragement and diligence, and a knack for powerful and intuitive massage and different approaches to thinking about pregnancy and birth, letting go of expectations and being informed about our choices. J worked extraordinarily well with our nurses and providers, and helped us arrive at our decisions rather than inserting their own views. Through our time together, J remained open to our processes, and never stopped being supportive. We would highly recommend J as a doula, masseuse, photographer, or even just as a birthing consultant. They bring so many skills together, and collaborates so well. We could not imagine our pregnancy and birth without them.” ~Naomi & Patrick https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e74c9fbebd90b551ad1dc20/1585508539005-DII0J6MA5YY6US0PAGJ0/Keita.jpeg About Axis “We are forever grateful for J. They have truly found their calling as a doula. J’s presence during Maxwell’s birth was so serene and grounding. We both felt that they were our guide. 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