BIRTH DOULA SERVICES IN KNOXVILLE, TN

​MEMMY’S MOMMAS

​The Elite Doula Experience

Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

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What makes Memmy’s Mommas Birth Doula Services Different?

Experience and Exclusive Access to all of the services to prepare you and your partner for your Knoxville birth experience.

Step 1: Inquire about your Due Date

Emily’s background as a nurse and midwife means that she has extensive training and experience in the world of obstetrics. Though she no longer practices as a care provider, she has cared for more than a thousand clients through the years as a doula, CLC, and birth assistant. She is able to guide you and your partner through the life changing experience of pregnancy, labor, birth, breastfeeding and the postpartum period with the expertise that you would expect. 

Emily books only 4 clients a month in order to provide you with the fullest attention and availability. 

Emily's certifications are up to date. She keeps current in CPR, AED, NRP. She has achieved the Advanced Doula Certification from DONA International.

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Your Knoxville, TN Boutique Doula Services  $3250.00

50% Retainer is due at the time of contract signing 
50% Balance due at 37 weeks (Your $150 birth consultation fee will be deducted from this) 

$200 Travel fee for births / home visits that occur 20-40 miles outside of the 32233 or 37922  zip code.
                 Out-of-state fees or further than 40 miles will be billed by the mile and expenses.


Emily will travel for clients outside of the 40 miles limit of the 32233 or 37922 zip code (including other states or out of the country). However, this is by special arrangement and expenses will be added to your doula service fee. Please contact Emily to set this up.  Emily also provides virtual doula services. 

** If, at any time before the 37th week of pregnancy, you choose to decline Emily's services after contracting with her, the non-refundable retainer stands (and travel fee, if implemented) but the remaining balance is waived. At 37 weeks, the full fee is retained since your birth held a spot in Emily's Calendar that she would otherwise have filled.


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"POSITIVE THOUGHTS, A SUPPORTIVE PARTNER AND ONE AMAZING DOULA.
THAT'S ALL A LABORING WOMAN REALLY NEEDS"

QUOTE BY A MEMMY'S POPPA
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The Boutique Experience Birth Doula Services  with Emily include but are not limited to:
  • Your initial consultation via zoom will be about 1 hour, during which we will go over your client intake form and talk about any questions that you may have before making a decision to contract with Emily.  This is usually a virtual appointment. 
  • One Prenatal visit in your home or via zoom
  • Unlimited phone, text, and e-mail support from the time you hire Emily
  • 24/7 on-call availability  ( there are times when Emily is out of town. During those times her partners will act as the Back Up Doula, if needed)
  • Help developing your Birth Preferences document, what to take to the hospital or preparing for your birth venue.
  • Support for your Birth Partner or team including tips on how they can best support you. 
  • Continuous home / birth center / hospital labor support and comfort measures: rebozo techniques, massage, labor positioning and movement for an optimal birth experience.
  • Prep4Birth™ Clinic (for Knoxville clients) with Emily or Kristen Young (Florida Clients will choose from a Jacksonville instructor)
  • Prep4Partner™ Clinic (for Knoxville clients)  (Florida Clients will choose from a Jacksonville instructor)​
  • Postpartum Recovery®   6 weeks series (for Knoxville clients)  (Florida Clients will choose from a Jacksonville instructor)
  • Birth Pool Kit included - availability by reservation for home birth clients
  • Use of a CUB, and TENs unit
  • Emily will stay at least 1-2 hours immediately post birth (including help with breastfeeding, if desired)
  • Available as a sounding board in the postpartum period of 6 weeks -- at no additional cost to you
  • Optional photographs and / or video when time permits -- however, mother and baby are Emily’s first priority! (Emily can help you find a superb birth photographer if you want professional photos and video - this photographer will have a separate fee for their service)
  • Postpartum visit in your home or hospital after your birth,  at a time of mutual agreement by either myself or one of my postpartum partners.  
  • Full access to "Memmy's Mommas" - a closed, private Facebook group for support and encouragement, information and activities
*You may decline any of these services.

​As a Birth Doula, Emily does not:
  • Perform clinical tasks, such as blood pressure, fetal heart checks, vaginal exams, and other medical tasks.  Emily’s role is to provide only physical comfort, informational and emotional support.
  • Make medical decisions for you. Emily will help you obtain the information needed to make an informed decision. Emily will also remind you if there is a departure from your birth plan.
  • Speak to staff on your behalf in regards to medical issues. Emily will discuss your concerns with you and suggest options, but you or your partner will must speak directly to the clinical staff.​​
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HOW DOULAS WORK WITH MEDICAL STAFF:
*A Doula does not perform any medical procedures, but she does work collaboratively with the hospital staff to create a supportive team atmosphere during your labor and birth.
*An experienced Doula knows how to create good rapport with your nurses, midwives, and doctors while simultaneously supporting your choices, needs, and desires.
*A Doula helps you to voice your needs and wishes without becoming confrontational or disrespectful, and she works to maintain the delicate balance between respecting hospital protocols and ensuring your autonomy.


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    Research shows:
                 * 50% reduction in the cesarean rate    

                 * 25% shorter labor                                 
                 * 60% reduction in epidural requests
                 * 40% reduction in oxytocin use       
                 * 30% reduction in analgesia use     
                * 40% reduction in forceps delivery    
 
         *Klaus, Kennell, & Klaus (1993, 2002)                    

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  • Doula Services
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