Doula Services
What is a Doula?
A doula is a compassionate and knowledgeable professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families before, during, and after childbirth. Derived from the ancient Greek word meaning "a woman who serves," a doula is a trusted companion who strives to create a warm and comforting atmosphere during the transformative journey of pregnancy and childbirth. Unlike medical professionals, doulas do not offer medical interventions but focus on empowering and advocating for the birthing person's choices. They offer guidance, encouragement, and a reassuring presence, assisting with pain management techniques, offering comfort measures, and fostering open communication with healthcare providers. In essence, a doula's role transcends the clinical aspects of childbirth, aiming to enhance the overall birthing experience by providing unwavering support and fostering a sense of security, allowing families to navigate this profound journey with confidence and joy.
At Bub Club, we understand that pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period comes with its fair share of challenges and uncertainties. That's why our team of trained professionals offers a wide range of support services to help you navigate this exciting time in your life. As Birth and Postpartum Doulas, we are committed to providing expecting and new parents with the support they need to have a positive and empowering birth experience. Keep scrolling to see the full breakdown of what we offer for birth and once baby is born.
Birth Doula Support
with Doula Sam – R7150
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WhatsApp support and guidance throughout your 3rd Trimester, during business hours.
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3 x in-person and online Prenatal Doula Consultations scheduled in the weeks leading up to your due date. These consults are aimed at preparing you for labour and birth and assisting you to develop your own unique birth plan. It also allows me to gather the information I need, in order to know how best to support you...
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1 x accompanying visit to one of your OBGYN consults. This allows your birthing team to familiarise themselves and build a rapport before the big day.
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Labour & Birth. I will meet you at the hospital when you are in established labour (5 - 6cm dilated) and will remain with you throughout this time until baby is born.
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The “golden hour”. I will assist for 1 full hour after birth, to establish breastfeeding and facilitate skin-to-skin with baby.
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1 x Hospital Ward visit the next day, to further assist with breastfeeding.
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1 x Full Postpartum Doula Home Visit within two weeks of discharge. This is a thorough check up on Mum and Baby to address any issues to do with latching, newborn care and Mum’s mental health, and to ensure that the whole family is off to a superb start!
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Optional Add-ons Pre-birth:
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Online: How to be an Amazing Birth Partner – R350 (30 min)
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In Person: 3 Week Antenatal Course – R2500
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In Person: 1 Day Antenatal Workshop – R1650
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In Person: Birth 101 Class (4 HRS) – R1100
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In Person: Newborn Baby 101 Class (4 hrs) – R1100 (3 hrs)
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In Person: Breastfeeding 101 Class (4 HRS) – R1100
Optional Add-on Post-birth:
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Home visit: Live bathing tutorial with your baby; includes baby massage demo - R950 (2hrs)
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Private IAIM Baby Massage Course: 5 x 1 HR Lessons at home OR online.
**Booking essential. Claimable from most medical aids under their “Doula Benefit”. This service is linked to the Birth Doula Benefit, and, as such, can only be claimed on its own, and not in conjunction with the Postpartum Doula Package. If you are paying cash, you are welcome to book a combination of both packages.
Postpartum Doula Check Ups
in your own home with Tasch or Sam.​
We coach you on the following:
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Counselling & Birth debriefing
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Baby’s latch & positioning at the breast
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Length of time at the breast
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Umbilical cord care
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Nappy changing technique
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Swaddling/Nesting technique, if necessary
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Safe Sleep set up
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Top to toe baby evaluation
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Nipple care and how to deal with Engorgement
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Wound care advice for healing
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PND screening
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Single Visit – R950
1 x 2hr ward visit in hospital
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1 x 2hr home visit within 1 week of going home
Double Visit – R1750
1 x ward visit in hospital or at home within 1 week of going home
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1 x 2hr home visit within 2 weeks of going home
Triple Visit – R2550
1 x ward visit in hospital or at home within 1 week of going home
1 x 2hr home visit within 2 weeks of going home
1 x 2hr home visit within 4 weeks of going home
Optional Add-on:
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Home visit: Live bathing tutorial with your baby; includes baby massage demo - R950 (2hrs)
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Private IAIM Baby Massage Course: 5 x 1 HR Lessons at home OR online.
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Optional Add-ons Pre-birth:
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Online: How to be an Amazing Birth Partner – R350 (30 min)
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In Person: 3 Week Antenatal Course – R2500
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In Person: 1 Day Antenatal Workshop – R1650
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In Person: Birth 101 Class (4 HRS) – R1100
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In Person: Newborn Baby 101 Class (4 hrs) – R1100 (3 hrs)
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In Person: Breastfeeding 101 Class (4 HRS) – R1100
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**Booking essential. Claimable from most medical aids under their “Doula Benefit”. This service is linked to the Birth Doula Benefit, and, as such, can only be claimed on its own, and not in conjunction with the Birth Doula Package. If you are paying cash, you are welcome to book a combination of both packages.
