my services

Laura Kiefer Catholic birth doula with pregnant mother for free consultation in Fort Wayne Indiana

Free Consultation

This brief meeting is for you to get to know me and learn if I would be a good fit for your birth. I will go over my services, read over my contract, and you can ask me any questions you have about the support I offer.

laboring mother giving birth in Fort Wayne Indiana Holy Family Birth Center while supported by pregnant Christian birth doula Laura Kiefer

Basic Birth Services Package | $900

This package encompasses 2 prenatal appointments for Birth Vision and Hands-On Support, phone & email support, in-person support from onset of active labor until 1-2 hours after delivery, and 1 brief postnatal appointment.

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Nourishing Birth Services Package | $1000

This package encompasses 2 prenatal appointments for Birth Vision and Hands-On Support, phone & email support, in-person support from onset of active labor until 1-2 hours after delivery, and 1 postnatal appointment with additional postpartum support, including a professionally prepared postpartum meal and a postpartum herbal bath to promote healing as the body knits back together after birth.

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Phone & Email Support

Once you’ve officially decided to hire me and signed a contract, I’m available for texts, calls, and emails to provide reassurance, answer questions, and offer any support you need prior to or immediately following your birth.

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birth pool for rent in Fort Wayne Indiana for home birth

Birth Pool Rental | $199

Looking to rent a birth pool for a water birth at home in Fort Wayne, Indiana or the great Northeast Indiana area? Rent the Birth Pool in a Box eco mini from Ora Doula Services! Air pump and submersible water pump included, delivery in Allen County included. Additional distance fee may apply outside of Allen County. Receive a complimentary herbal bath blend with your rental!

ORA DOULA SERVICES.

ORA DOULA SERVICES.

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What sets Ora Doula Services apart:

connection

I believe getting that face to face time is the best way to build trust, and that trust is essential to feeling at ease during your birth experience. This is why I spend a lot of time with my clients at prenatal appointments. If you see me 3 times before your birth (consultation and 2 appointments) you can expect 5-6 face to face hours with me. In comparison, if you see your provider 12 times during your pregnancy for 15 minutes each time, that’s 3 face to face hours. I take this time because I know what a difference it makes to have a doula that you feel knows you and that you trust to hold space for you during your birth.

As a Doula, I Do Not:

  • I am not a medical provider and do not perform clinical tasks, such as taking blood pressure, fetal heart checks, or vaginal exams. I am there to provide only physical comfort and emotional support and facilitate communication between you, medical staff, and care providers.

  • I can help you get the information you need to make an informed decision, but I will not make decisions for you.

  • I will discuss your concerns with you and suggest options, as well as encourage you and your partner to voice your opinions, questions, and concerns to the staff.

  • Your birth is about you, not me. I am there to support you and your vision for your birth. Whatever you choose, I support. I offer support for all varieties of birth - hospital, birth center, and home; unmedicated, epidural, C-section, and everything in between. No matter how you choose to birth, I can offer support.

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what to expect

What to Expect

1st Prenatal Appointment

Birth Vision: In this appointment, we will discuss your priorities and any fears or concerns; present evidence-based information on the risks and benefits of common interventions and procedures used during childbirth; discuss your birth plans; plan how we might best work together; and help you create a plan or “vision” for your birth.

2nd Prenatal Appointment

Hands-On Support : In this appointment, we will practice different pain relief techniques to figure out how best to support your body and mind for labor and birth. If you select this appointment independent of the full birth package, it will also include elements of the Birth Vision appointment.

At the Birth

When you go into labor, I ask that you let me know right away, then let me know when you'd like me to join you at your birth location. At the birth, I provide comfort measures, pain relief, emotional support, support for your partner, suggest ways to make the labor productive, and help give you a positive birth experience. I will leave 1-2 hours after the baby is born, or stay longer if necessary.

Postnatal Appointment

In this appointment, we will review your birth, assist with infant feeding if needed, answer any questions you have following your birth, and complete a brief peer mental health check-in. If you've chosen the Nourishing Birth Package, this appointment will also include a postpartum meal prepared by Cocina Cura, and a postpartum herbal bath.

  • "I was in labor for over 60 hours when my midwife recommend Laura.

    When she got to my house she helped [my partner] and I work as a team, gave him a break, and also helped me go through different movements that put my baby in the right position so my labor would continue. She is sweet and calm which is what we needed. She had many other techniques that helped us with our journey. Forever grateful!" - Amanda L.

  • "Having a doula was one of the best decisions we ever made, even though our birth story did not resemble our birth plan even a little bit.

    Having Laura Kiefer’s support before, during, and after Edith’s birth has truly been a gift from God." - Dani F.

  • "Wouldn't of wanted anyone else by our side... Forever thankful."

    - Deanna H.

  • "We had such a great birth with our doula, Laura.

    She was also the one who encouraged us it was time to leave for the birth center! Glad we listened! If you're thinking of having a doula as a part of your birth team, reach out to Laura!" - Alyssa K.

  • "Having Laura Kiefer available as a doula was an absolute game changer for me.

    Her help prenatally was tremendous but the confidence she helped instill in me was without a doubt the defining factor for my birth experience." - Jordan O.

  • "I had the honor of using Laura as my doula for [my son's] birth, and she is amazing!

    If you are pregnant now or in the future, I highly recommend Ora Doula Services!" - Emme Y.

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Pricing

My basic birth package (2 prenatal appointments, phone & email support, in-person labor & birth support, 1 postnatal appointment) is a flat fee of $900. The Nourishing Birth Package is $1000. Discounts are available for repeat clients, clients with a history of birth trauma, and those with financial need.

I come to your home for pre/postnatal appointments because I believe the best environment to get to know each other is where you feel most comfortable. If you live over 30 minutes from my home, there is a distance fee of $50. For over 45 minutes, there is a distance fee of $75. For over 1 hour, there is a distance fee of $100.