Kathie Neff, Los Angeles Area Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator
Certified Birthing From Within Doula and Childbirth Educator Since 2012
Welcome to the Adventure known as Birth!
Greetings! I am your Certified BIRTHING FROM WITHIN Doula & Childbirth Educator, serving the Inland Counties and surrounding communities since 2009. I offer Childbirth Preparation Classes & Doula Services for private or Medi-Cal Clients In-Person or Online.
THE SERVICES I PROVIDE:
* Preparation for birth (weekly or weekend)
* Doula Services (classes, 24/7 email & phone support, entire birth and postpartum assist)
* Birth Story Labyrinth Sessions for releasing birth trauma or managing fear in advance of the birthing experience. Scroll down to learn more.
Your birth preparation invites you to awaken to the call to transformation that is birth's gift to us.
The months of pregnancy, and the birth process itself, prepares us for parenting our tiny baby as we learn patience during body changes, and awaken to the impact that love, compassion, and courage bring to us. We gain Ancient and Modern knowledge, and a new knowing of ourselves, as we prepare to meet the intensity of birth, and begin to discover what to do in moments when we don't know what to do. Skills that last a lifetime.
Deeper questions I may be pondering:
How does fear come into play in birth?
How do I tune into my instinct?
How does a trusted guide help in birth?
“I think one of the best things we could do would be to help the birthing person, women, parents, families discover their own birth power, from within themselves. And to let them know it’s always been there, they just needed to tap into it.” – John H. Kennell, MD
BIRTHING FROM WITHIN CHILDBIRTH CLASSES start with what you know and are never boring. Hands-on, artful, and inspiring. A celebration of this new life.
As the days and weeks fly by, and you imagine meeting your precious baby for the first time, classes increase your confidence and help you to discover your path.
Birthing From Within processes offer many options as you find your way through labor. The variety of tried and true Pain Coping Practices, tried out in advance, increase confidence and can accompany any birth plan.
Combining the Pain Coping Skills with practical information about your body's process during labor provides a well-rounded backdrop for how to use your voice and new skills during labor.
The skill of knowing when to push forward and when to "let go" is essential. We explore fears and doubts that may arise and discover small steps toward courage and resilience.
YOUR QUESTIONS: This is where we begin. Such as . . .
How does my body progress in labor?
How can I create a Safe Environment in any birth location?
How can I meet Unexpected Surprises with Resilience?
How can I plan for Practical Solutions postpartum?
If Birth is a Rite of Passage, then what do I need to know?
YOUR INVESTMENT
- $400.00 (class only) for a 5-Week Curriculum in five weekly classes or 2 Full Saturdays format.
- $150.00 for a 2 hr. class Want to book a last minute private session before you give birth?
- $50 Childbirth Consult Calls
- ENTIRE PACKAGE OF DOULA SERVICES & CLASSES: $1,850
- Includes: 5-Week Classes, Birth Story Labyrinth Session, 24/7 phone and email, full support at entire birth, and 2-3 postpartum visits within baby's first year.
Pregnancy and Birth Coaching
Book a phone coaching call if you just need a quick dose of support or if you have questions.
- Exploring hospital, home or birth center as possible birth locations
- Discussing your particular needs in birth preparation and how I might assist you
- Reviewing how Covid-19 has impacted normal protocols in hospital
- Email replies are no cost: myseasonswithin@gmail.com
- Phone Consult: $60 for 40-minutes
Birth Story Labyrinth Listening Sessions: In Person or Online
The Birth Story Labyrinth process is designed to help explore any residual feelings you may have from a challenging experience giving birth.
"The bad news is that trauma exists. The good news is, it's not a life-sentence." Dr. Peter A. Levine
A gentle, yet powerful, process to explore challenges that came up during your birth and view them through a unique lens. This process can be helpful in offering:
- access to greater peace of mind;
- as preparation for a subsequent birth;
- as a helpful tool for birth givers and birth workers alike.
Appointments by phone or in person.
Fee: $150 with sliding scale available, no questions asked.
Contact me to get started..
Service Area
Serving the Greater Los Angeles Area including Riverside & San Bernardino Counties since 2009.
kathieneff@gmail.com
Phone
Phone: 951-203-9560
