Choosing the right birth plan and postpartum care is a deeply personal decision that should be informed, empowering, and aligned with your values. Atoosa Benji, a Licensed Midwife, offers comprehensive consultations to guide expectant parents through their birth options in Los Angeles. Whether you’re considering a home birth, hospital birth, or birth center, Atoosa provides holistic support to ensure that you are informed and empowered to make the best choices for you and your family.
Consultation Includes:
Exploring Your Birth Options: Discuss various birth settings (home, hospital, or birth center) and what each entails. Atoosa will help you understand your choices and provide guidance on how to select the setting that best fits your preferences and needs.
Holistic Birth Practices: Learn about alternative and complementary practices to support your pregnancy and birth, such as nutrition, movement, comfort measures, and natural labor techniques.
Postpartum and Newborn Practices: Receive education and support for postpartum care, including strategies for physical and emotional recovery, newborn care, and creating a nurturing environment for your baby.
Referrals for Birth Professionals: Receive personalized referrals to trusted doulas, lactation consultants, OBs, pediatricians, and other birth professionals based on your specific needs.
Visit to Preserve the Home/Nursery for Baby: Atoosa will visit your home to ensure your birth and newborn environment is set up for success. This may include guidance on creating a comfortable, safe space for labor, birth, and postpartum recovery.
Postpartum Preparation: Learn what to expect after childbirth and prepare for your postpartum experience, including strategies for self-care, infant care, and managing family adjustments.
Birth Plan Consultation: A detailed discussion about your preferences for labor, birth, and postpartum care. Atoosa will help you create a thoughtful and flexible birth plan that aligns with your goals while considering potential scenarios.
Education on Newborn Procedures: Get a clear understanding of common newborn procedures, such as screenings, vaccinations, and what to expect in the first few days of life. You’ll be prepared to make informed decisions about your baby’s care.
Informed Consent: Understand your rights and responsibilities as a birthing individual. Learn how to advocate for yourself and ensure that all decisions are made with full informed consent, empowering you to make choices that align with your values and priorities.
This consultation provides a supportive, personalized approach to help you make confident, well-informed decisions about your birth, postpartum, and newborn care. You’ll leave the session feeling prepared, empowered, and ready to navigate your pregnancy and birth journey with clarity.