Deborah Rifkin, Parent Coach and Birth Doula

"Helping parents find practical solutions"

Birth Doula

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Doula Services

Giving birth is a miraculous, spiritual, extraordinary event. For many women, it is a deeply anticipated moment and holds a special place in their lives.

I am passionate about helping couples achieve the type of birth they want.  I provide skilled, nurturing birth services to expectant families in the Seattle area.  I offer guidance, information, physical and emotional support before and during the birth of your child.  I will assist you in preparing for the incredible emotional power and the pure joy of this event.

I believe giving birth should be positive, and empowering.  I believe the process of bringing the new life of your child from your body into the world should be wonderfully brilliant and amazingly memorable.

A woman’s role during labor is to focus her mind and body on birthing her child. Her partner’s role is to love and support her unconditionally.  A doula’s role is to support that partnership and offer her experience and expertise to the laboring couple.

How I work

Complimentary Interview

I am happy to meet with you to answer any questions you might have and get to know you.  This is free of charge with no obligations.

Birth Doula Services

  • 2 Prenatal visits to discuss your options & preferences for labor and develop your birth plan
  • Unlimited support via email, texting & phone throughout your pregnancy
  • On-call 24/7 starting 2 weeks prior to your due date
  • Continuous Labor Support, from beginning to end
  • Immediate postpartum care, including establishment of breastfeeding
  • 2 postpartum visits

Fees
My fee is a sliding scale from $1,500-$2,000.  A deposit of $1100 is due with your signed contract upon hiring, the balance is due at my first post-natal visit.