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Doula Services

Call to book your free consultation today!
905-271-2229

Take the Fear Out of Childbirth & Hire Julie Gallagher or one of her Colleagues to be Your Private Birth
Coach/Nurse/Lactation Consultant!

Numerous Studies Have Indicated That The Presence Of Your Own Birth Doula (Besides Your Partner) Results In:

50% Decrease In Cesarean Section Rates
40% Decrease In Forceps Deliveries
25% Shorter Labour (Yeah!)
60% Decrease In Epidural Rates
40% Decrease In The Use Of Pitocin (Oxytocin)
Decrease In PostPartum Depression
Better Breastfeeding And Bonding Rates

Now Imagine What It Would Be Like To Have A Professional Labour Coach/Nurse/Lactation Consultant (Julie) to assist you 24/7 Through The Most Exciting Time Of Your Life!

Julie Gallagher Package includes:
2 Prenatal Visits
Birth Plan Creation
Exercises For Optimal Fetal Positioning
Coping Strategies
Telephone & E-Mail Support 24/7
Labour Support Throughout Process
Physical Assessments in Labour
Special Acupressure techniques & Massage
Transfer to Hospital
Initial Breastfeeding

1 Home Visit
2 Weeks of Breastfeeding Support
Weighing Baby
Guidance through Baby's First
Bath

Cost: $1,500.00 (+ HST) (Sometimes Deductible From Income Tax As Julie Is An R.N.)
(Sometimes There Is Coverage Through Your Benefits and
Sometimes People Hire Her For Peace Of Mind Regardless Of Coverage)

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Melissa Millard

DONA Certified Doula
Melissa Millard Package includes:
2 Prenatal Visits
Birth Plan Creation
Exercises For Optimal Fetal Positioning
Coping Strategies Telephone & E-Mail Support 24/7
Labour Support Throughout Process
Special Acupressure techniques & Massage
Transfer to Hospital
Initial Breastfeeding
1Home Visit
Weighing Baby
Guidance through Baby's First Bath
24/7 BBM text support.
Photography & Video services

Cost: $800 + (HST)

Melissa also can be hired for breastfeeding sleep support to begin as soon as the baby is born.
Please see the Sleep Support Program for more information. Melissa is committed to help every new mother.
Melissa was the Birth Experience breasfeeding clinic manager for 5 years.



Breastfeeding Support

Breastfeeding Help

Board Certified Lactation Consultant-Julie Gallagher R.N.,B.Sc.N., M.ed., IBCLC will come out to your home within hours of you arriving home with your new bundle of joy.

Julie owned and operated her own breastfeeding clinic for 12 years. Her experience is outstanding compared to most lactation consultants.

90% of women have some breastfeeding complications within the first couple of weeks. Julie is there for you 24/7 telephone support for two weeks and two home visits during feeding times. Why not have the best breastfeeding support for you and your little one?

What can we help you with?

Increasing and decreasing milk production


Breastfeeding premature babies


Prenatal breastfeeding counseling & assessment


Positioning & latching the baby at the breast


Breastfeeding when a child has weight loss


Prevention and/or management of sore/damaged nipples


Breastfeeding twins or multiples

 

Ask Julie if she can help you with your issues!
Call for consultation (905)-271-BABY(2229)

Breastfeeding Support Packages

Packages 1,2,3. A visit by Julie to your home or in the hospital where she will assist you in breastfeeding during a feeding time. No drive to the hospital after and no interfering with baby’s sleep. And no exposing baby to hospital germs! Julie will help you with latching-on and proper positioning – essential for successful breastfeeding. Julie will know how to tell if your baby is breastfeeding well and getting enough milk.

Weigh your baby. Review her “checklist” for successful breastfeeding with you.

Face to Face Time on iPhone: $100/hour (15 mins free)

Skype to Skype: $100/hour (15 mins free)

Home Visits with Julie Gallagher
Package 1. One Visit: Cost $250.00

Package 2. Two Visits: Cost $400.00

Package 3. Planned and paid for before birth- Two Visits: $365.00

Home Visits with Melissa Millard
First visit & assesment $50.00
$25/hour for follow up visits
Free bbm/text support for all clients


(Outside Mississauga & Brampton prices to be discussed.)

(905)271-BABY(2229)


Sleep Support Program


Today's parents know they won't be getting any sleep the moment the baby is born. All parents know they will be required to feed the baby every 2 to 3 hours until birth weight is achieved. When breastfeeding it is extremely important to have a sleep pattern in place, as one missed feeding can result in an extra week of feeding to make for the weight loss.

Infants tend to keep you awake at night due to gestational development.

Will you ever sleep again?
With Melissa Millard you can have the piece of mind that your baby and you will be taken care of and not miss any feedings. We can help you develop your sleep pattern and organize your schedule so you have time to sleep and feed your child.


Why would you need help?

Mother has had a Cesarean Section

Mother has little or no support
Father has to return to work
Baby has feeding issues
Due to medical interventions mother and baby need help
Reasons that are personal to you
Would like a helping hand to get everything organized

Why is your sleep important?

Chronic Fatigue- Can cause milk supply issues, emotional and physical stress.

Difficulty Making Decisions- Your mind requires at least 6-8 hours of sleep.

Difficulty Concentrating- You could start forgetting things, causing frustration.

Temper & Moodiness- May also start to suffer from postpartum depression.

Relationship Problems- When your tired, sometimes tensions can rise.

Loss of appetite & increase weight gain- Eating patterns, you need a balanced meals, and to be hydrated at all times.


      Immune System & Nervous system issues- Your body is effected by not allowing for a rest.

Your Support Program


Service Includes:

  • A schedule set by both Mother and Partner for the Doula to follow throughout the night. This will include any little cleaning duties and extra services that can be discussed with your Doula.
  • Breastfeeding support throughout the night, to ensure mother is able to feed every 2-3 hours.
  • Teaching you how to calm your baby. Every baby is different one or more techniques may be needed.
  • Ensuring your baby is clean and awake for the next feeding. Sometimes it can take some time to get the baby awake.
  • Keeping your baby happy when you are sleeping.


Extra household duties can include:

  • Dish washing
  • Laundry
  • Light cleaning duties
  • Sterilizing and washing all the baby's equipment
  • Ensuring your home environment is perfect for sleeping. A.K.A Quiet!

Sleep Support Program Prices

$50 for the assesment & first hour
$25 for additional hours

Reserve Melissa Millard Today!

(905) 271-BABY(2229)

Melissa can be available the day of your birth with booking in advance!