Best Beginnings Doula Services
ABOUT ME
I LOVE HELPING FAMILIES
& I'm Pretty Great at It
I'm Sally, owner of Best Beginnings Doula Services. I got my degree in social work from IU to help families, but I started my own family shortly after, so I never got a chance to really use my degree. Instead, I chose to home school my four daughters and be a stay at home mom for many years. When my girls got older, through a round about way, as God often works, I discovered birth work and the role of a doula, which fit well into my love of teaching and helping women and children.
As a mom of four girls and currently two son-in-laws, I pray God allows me to be able to use my knowledge of birth and doula skills many times as all of my girls grow their families. Currently, my husband of 32 plus years and I, only have one grandchild, and we love spending time with him as much as possible.
When I'm not working as a birth doula, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and my two German Shepherd-mix rescues that are high maintenance babies. I enjoy reading, especially mysteries, although more often than not, I'm reading about birth or babies. I love trying new teas (I'm not a coffee drinker, lol) and prefer dark chocolate treats.
I would love to travel as work and babies allow. The beach is my happy place and my husband and I would love to retire somewhere warm and tropical someday. I am a Pieces, so near the water, whether it's a lake, ocean or pool, is where I find myself most relaxed and refreshed.
We're the Perfect Match If You're
Wanting a low intervention hospital birth.
Unsure of how to prepare for the type of birth you want, but know you want evidence based information.
Want to feel calm, confident and empowered during labor.
Willing to put in the mental and physical prep needed to stack the deck in your favor for an easier and smoother birth.
I'VE BEEN THERE. DONE THAT.
Now You Don't Have To
I've been the mom that went into birth NOT knowing I had options, so I just did what the OB or nurse said. My experiences weren't traumatic, but they could have been so much better if I had known then what I know now.
If you want to look back on your baby's birth and feel supported, confident and strong, instead of scared, frustrated or powerless, then hiring me as your doula is a priority, not a luxury.
SOME REAL TALK:
Here's What I Bring to the Table
EVIDENCE BASED EDUCATION
Whether it's info on what labor looks like, what options you have during labor or how you can start labor on your own, Best Beginnings educates you with proven techniques and up to date info.
NATURAL COMFORT MEASURES
Hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, massage, acupressure, counter pressure, breathing techniques, affirmations, and position changes are all options available to help you handle the sensations of labor.
ADVOCACY
Effective tools to help you or your partner be more comfortable speaking up when your birth plan is not being followed. Your doula can step into this role, if needed, with permission from you, so you can stay in the moment.
BODY AND MIND PREPARATION
Talking through fears, practicing relaxation techniques and labor positions, as well as using the Body Ready Method® tools to create balance and space in your body all work together to give you the best mental and physical preparation for birth.
The Best Beginnings Difference
As the only birth doula in the Indianapolis area offering Body Ready Birth® classes for my clients, you can have a head start on preparing your body for birth in a fun way with your partner and other couples on the same journey.
You also get an individual assessment with tools for your specific body and a discount on the online pregnancy or postpartum courses from Body Ready Method®.
I educate you on what to expect, and show you how to move to help you birth as effortlessly as possible.
LET'S MEET UP VIRTUALLY
Book a Free Consultation
In a free 30 minute consultation, I listen to what you are wanting for your birth or postpartum experience. We discuss what I offer and how those things can help you get the support you want and deserve. You have questions, I have answers. This consultation is about discovering if I am the right support for your individual needs. No pressure, just a friendly discovery call.
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Ways to Get the Birth You Want
Have I mentioned that birth doesn't always go as planned? With my free guide, discover 6 things that will put you ahead of the game when it comes to getting the birth you want. If you want to know what you can do today to start preparing mentally and physically for birth, then click below!
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