At Life Links Doula Services, we empower women to make informed decisions about their childbirth experience. We offer a range of options to help you have the birth you desire, in a safe and peaceful birth space.
Certified and experienced in natural childbirth, Birth Doula Monica is your connection to valuable resources and unwavering support—from pregnancy, to birth and beyond.
A doula is a non-medical, professionally-trained member of a birth team who provides physical, emotional, and informational support before, during, and after childbirth. Doulas foster and facilitate a positive birth experience for clients and couples to cherish for years to come.
Evidence shows that the continuous presence of a doula also directly correlates with reduced rates of: induction, use of pain medication, Cesarean deliveries, and other important benefits to both mom and baby.
When unforseen situations or changes in plans occur during labor or delivery, a doula provides reassurance and perspective, helps keep things on the right track, and is a tremendous comfort and support for clients, knowing that they are not alone during stressful times.
Prenatal education / Birth planning / Labor support / Hands-on pain management strategies / Comfort Measures / Coaching & Relief for your primary support person / Immediate Postpartum Care / Lactation / VBAC / Photography as requested to commemorate your special day / Referrals
*Free Initial Consultation*
Two Prenatal Meetings: one Birth Planning consultation, one in-home Labor Dress Rehearsal & Postpartum Planning session | Continuous In-person support from the onset of active labor (and early labor if requested) | One Postpartum Visit
One in-home prenatal visit | In-person support from the onset of active labor (& early labor if requested) | An optional Postpartum Visit
One virtual Meet & Greet | Day of Birth Services for medicated or unmedicated births and water births starting from the onset of active labor
*= 24/7 on-call availability from 37 weeks until the birth of your child
Individually customizable based on client's needs and location
If you're ready to get started, let's get in touch!
To request a complementary consultation, call (941) 465-6850.
I look forward to answering any questions you may have and seeing if we're a good fit!
"Monica was very supportive and provided me a lot of information related to a natural birth. She assisted me in making informed decisions regarding my personal choices of my own birth experience. She was always available when I had questions and was respectful to my opinions. When it came time to labor and delivery, Monica was there to of
"Monica was very supportive and provided me a lot of information related to a natural birth. She assisted me in making informed decisions regarding my personal choices of my own birth experience. She was always available when I had questions and was respectful to my opinions. When it came time to labor and delivery, Monica was there to offer as much support as necessary. Overall, I appreciated having her there through my pregnancy for emotional support and to provide me information on different breathing techniques and positions that ultimately helped make my labor and delivery more manageable."
-Rebecca
"The minute I spoke with Monica she had such a calming presence that I instantly felt comfortable. My husband and I had a video call with Monica and asked so many questions, and with lots of patience Monica answered all of them thoroughly. The week after she came over to meet both of us face to face. And we had a lovely informative encounter where she showed us certain exercises to do in the meantime to turn my sunny side up baby into position. Monica was a great support system with continuously checking up on me and give me certain tips and send me helpful information to my email that I would need after birth. I had a specific birth plan in mind but that didn’t go the way I expected. I had a very long labor and Monica was fast with communication when I needed her to come over to my house when I was in early labor. She had so many different techniques and methods to ease the pain while I had contractions. She helped me with countless exercises to speed up labor and was very patient with me when I just wanted to give up. Fast forward to when I was 6 cm dilated, I needed her every second due to the excruciating pain and with the exercises she was helping me with I went to a quick 10 cm and was ready to push. Our Beautiful baby boy was born, but due to turning events he had to get sent to the hospital. During this scary and stressful experience Monica stayed by my side through it all. Following the days after she would continuously follow up with me and make sure to let me know she was there for me if I needed anything. Throughout this whole experience I do not regret having Monica be a part of our birth story and will always recommend her to any of my mamas wanting to do a natural birth!! Thank you Monica for all you’ve done, you are a true blessing and we couldn’t be more thankful for you!"
-Violet
"My midwife gave me the contact for Monica and by our first phone call I knew she was God sent. She had a calm and peaceful demeanor and was very knowledgeable from the get go. Monica was always extremely professional and encouraging. She worked very well with my family and the birth team. Monica would frequently check up on my mental and physical status and follow up with me after each appointment. During the birth Monica remained peaceful and encouraging throughout. She spent 12 hours performing hands on techniques with my husband because I was experiencing very intense back labor and it required counter pressure the whole time. Her and my Husband were a dynamic duo, thanks to her support and her coaching my Husband. I absolutely believe that I couldn’t have done an unmedicated birth without the much needed support, knowledge, and encouragement from Monica. I strongly recommend using Monica as your doula if you want a strong, peaceful, and passionate doula by your side!!"
-Sarah
Punta Gorda, FL
33950
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