God designed women to birth with dignity, power and love
Birth Doula: A trained, experienced, caring woman to support you through pregnancy, labor and delivery. learn more
Lamaze Childbirth: A childbirth education class that supports normal birth. Get the information you need to make informed decisions so you can have the birth experience you desire. learn more
Postpartum Doula: Someone to assist you in the critical postpartum period by “mothering the mother”. learn more
Antelope Valley Doula Services provide birth doulas, Lamaze childbirth classes, postpartum doulas and happiest baby on the block classes. Kimberly Mathews holds certifications with DONA (birth doula) , Lamaze Childbirth, Harvey Karps' Happiest Baby on the Block and is working on her CAPPA certificate (postpartum doula).A birth doula is a private labor assistant who is trained and experienced in providing continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother-to-be and her partner. A doula helps to facilitate communication between you, your partner and clinical care providers.A birth doula provides reassurance and perspective to you and your partner, makes suggestions for labor progress and help with relaxation, massage, positioning and other techniques for comfort.
Birth Doula can provide an optional belly cast. Once you are in active labor, the birth doula will provide continuous support until 1-2 hours after birth /breastfeeding has been established.
Lamaze International Philosophy of Birth:
Birth is normal, natural, and healthy.The experience of birth profoundly affects women and their families.Women's inner wisdom guides them through birth.Women's confidence and ability to give birth is either enhanced or diminished by the care provider and place of birth.Women have a right to give birth free from routine medical intervention.Birth can safely take place in birth centers and at home. Lamaze childbirth education classes empower women to make informed choices in health care, to assume responsibility for their health, and to trust their inner wisdom. Selecting a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator ensures that you will be attending a class taught by a competent, highly qualified educator who works as an advocate for childbearing women and their families.
A postpartum doula is a knowledgeable professional who provides invaluable assistance during the critical period immediately following the birth of your baby. services include: Infant care instruction,Breastfeeding support,Emotional support,Time for mom to get her much needed rest,Meal preparation,Light housekeeping,Errands,Time for exercise,Sibling care,Laundry
Learn an extraordinary approach to calm your crying baby, learn how to help your baby sleep longer and overcome colic. Learn about the 5 S's, learn an effective swaddle technique during the Happiest Baby on the Block class.
Antelope Valley Doula Services provides birth doula, postpartum doula, lamaze childbirth classes, happiest baby on the block classes for the AV including, but not limited to: Lancaster, California; Palmdale, California; Quartz Hill, California; Rosamond, California. Contact Kimberly Mathews at Antelope Valley Doula Services Ð 661 547 0130 for a free consultation
