virtual perinatal services
supporting mom through pregnancy, birth, and beyond
Pregnancy and motherhood are typically associated with joy…but for many modern mothers, this time is filled with stress and anxiety. Why?
Gaps in social and institutional support are forcing mothers to prematurely “bounce back” – back to their pre-pregnancy bodies and back to their pre-pregnancy productivity. Moms are often left to face the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of this wildly new chapter of their lives alone.
At Mod Mom, we recognize these difficulties and want to make things as easy as possible for moms.
Think of Mod Mom as a one-stop shop.
We offer birth and postpartum doula services, private childbirth classes, private lactation courses, and lactation counseling…all virtually! With the click of a button, you have access to one-on-one, personalized support with the flexibility you need.
We know that every minute of free time counts – whether during your lunch break, on the train ride home from work, or during your toddler’s nap time, preparing for labor and postpartum has never been easier.
Why hire a doula?
No matter what your plan is – an unmedicated hospital birth, a hospital birth with an epidural, a home water birth, a planned c-section, or otherwise – a doula will provide you with personalized, one-on-one care during this life-changing experience. Doulas are trained to provide physical, emotional, and educational support to women throughout pregnancy and during labor, birth, and the postpartum period.
Research shows that doula-assisted mothers are:
less likely to:
- have c-sections
- have low birth-weight babies
- receive pain medication and epidurals
- have vacuum or forceps-assisted births
- experience complications
- experience postpartum anxiety/depression (Falconi et al., 2022 & Bohren et al., 2017)
…and more likely to:
- have a positive birthing experience
- initiate breastfeeding
- have spontaneous vaginal birth (Bohren et al.)
A doula:
- listens in a compassionate, non-judgmental manner
- provides unbiased, evidence-based information and resources to help you make informed decisions about your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience
- assists you in identifying your birth and postpartum preferences, and guides you as you develop a plan
- empowers you to advocate for yourself and your baby, and ensures that your voice is heard
- works collaboratively with your healthcare team while encouraging shared decision-making so that you receive the care you feel is best for you and your baby
Our Services
add a certified birth doula to your birth team for emotional support, evidence-based information, advocacy and more.
preparation for all things birth and postpartum. we offer private, one-on-one virtual classes tailored to your needs.
the postpartum period can be overwhelming, whether you're a new mom or a seasoned pro. we offer personalized, compassionate care as you heal and adjust to your new life.
questions?
whether you’re curious about our services, want to customize your own package, or are ready to schedule a free consultation, we’re here to answer any questions.