In Due Time

Doula Care

Jenn Beiswenger,

Doula

WELCOME!

Welcome to In Due Time Doula Care, where we recognise that everything happens for a reason or a season, when it needs to happen,…. in due time. None of us is really in control of our lives, however it behoves us to do our homework so that we can increase the chances for a positive outcome. When it comes to childbirth, our bodies know what to do, but sometimes it’s hard to trust them, sometimes we need some support along the way.

I’m Jenn, I’m a doula, and I want to help you have the best labour, birth and postpartum experience possible,….. in due time.

WHAT IS A DOULA?

A doula is someone who supports people through life’s transitions, providing physical, practical, emotional and spiritual support.

A birth doula supports childbearing women through pregnancy, labour & childbirth. She mothers the mother, supporting her through her labour, birth and beyond. A birth doula’s job is to listen to mum, to help provide her with information during her pregnancy, to help her figure out what’s most important to her in labour, birth & postnatally. A doula helps mum implement her
birth plan and achieve the support she wants, and also helps mum’s partner understand what to expect and how to support her.

A postpartum or postnatal doula supports new mums, who’ve just had their babies. Postnatally, a doula helps mum process her birth experience, navigate hurdles of early infancy and provides an extra pair of hands.

Above all, a doula supports mum: she’ll do what she can to help mum have as positive an experience as possible.

 

What a doula is NOT is a trained medical practitioner. A doula does not replace a midwife or doctor. A doula does not have any clinical responsibility and does not perform clinical tasks, such as taking blood pressure, doing foetal heart checks or vaginal exams. A doula also does not make decisions for you. She is here to support you on your journey!

 

(Did you know? There is also such a thing as an end-of-life or death doula, who supports people through their final days, as they transition out of this world. I don’t presently provide those services, but they’re out there!)

WHY A DOULA?

When we think back to childbirth in western society in days of yore, or in many less- developed communities still today, the woman laboured in the company of other women: her own mum, aunties, sisters, experienced women from her village. We lost that over time, and mothers and babies – and society at large – are paying the price.

This is where doulas come in: we get to know mum during her pregnancy then support her as a knowledgeable friend during her labour and birth. If mum can (and wants to) have her partner, family member and/or trusted friend with her during this time, fantastic! -but if those people don’t have much experience with labour & birth, they won’t be able to provide the full support that mum needs, and it isn’t entirely fair to expect them to provide support around something they don’t know a whole lot about. A birth doula is intimately familiar with natural physiologic birth as well as induction, birthing aids (instruments & drugs), options (positions & alternative therapies) and caesarean sections. A birth doula helps mum prioritise her values and put them down in writing into a birth plan, then helps her implement her birth plan and provides the support that she wants. During the postpartum period, a doula can provide experienced support, a much-needed extra pair of hands or an ear & shoulder.

A doula has a lot of experience and tricks in her doula bag to draw on, but her #1 priority is mum: a doula is there for mum and will support her unfailingly through this challenging, inspiring, mind-blowing, pivotal time in her life.

SERVICES

Thinking about support from a doula around your upcoming birth?

I offer:
Pregnancy & Birth Support – meeting before labour or surgery, full support during labour & birth or immediately before & after surgery, and meeting again after baby arrives.

Birth Planning Support – meeting before labour or surgery, helping prepare for them, but no labour, birth nor postnatal support per se.

Sibling Support – a dedicated buddy for older sibling(s) at a homebirth, meeting before labour, full support during labour & birth and meeting again after little sister/brother arrives.

Postnatal Support – emotional, physical & practical support after baby’s arrival.

Infant Massage Education – instruction in various strokes & techniques.

 
 

Click here for more information.

ABOUT ME

My name is Jenn Beiswenger. I’m a birth & postnatal doula and I’m passionate about pregnancy, childbirth and child-rearing. My mission is to empower expectant mums to have the childbirth experience they want, and to help families navigate the first precious months of bub’s life outside the womb. I will do what I can to help mum own the process of bringing her child(ren) into this world, and to have as positive an experience as possible.

You can learn more about me here.

Located in Penshurst, NSW, Australia

Serving Sydney & areas east, west & south, including Sutherland Shire ~ click here for more details

CONTACT

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Email: doulajennb@induetime.au        WhatsApp & Phone: 0411 719 754

Jenn was the best! She really does the most to help women through this special moment. I really appreciated her positive affirmations and guidance in helping induce my labour, and her help with techniques and massages and giving me a birth plan! Jenn really was there and emotionally supported me when it felt so raw and real. She continued to positively guide and help me with contractions and hold my hand through the whole labour. I'm really happy I had her by my side.
Bhavnamum, birth client
I was fortunate enough to have Jenn support me and my children postpartum once a week for 6 weeks. It was so helpful to have her pick up dummies on her way in when I didn’t want to leave the house with the newborn, help me change the beds when I was too sore in the early days, cook some healthy snacks for me and my eldest and support me at a challenging appointment with my baby and helped me get through it. Jenn built up a beautiful bond with my 3 year old son who doesn’t go to people easily and my newborn loved the extra cuddles when I needed to catch up on a few things. I had a doula for my birth but I didn’t know Jenn at the time but I’m sure she would be just as amazing during birth as she was postpartum. I would highly recommend Jenn.
Zaramum, postpartum client
I will forever be grateful to Jenn for all her help with my struggles as a first-time mum. Her presence, kind and loving personality has greatly influenced me to become positive and kind to myself whenever I thought I wasn’t doing enough as a mum. I would highly recommend Jenn! Many many thanks, Jenn!
Jaselmum, postpartum client
Jenn saved me in the most difficult time of my life – my first child was starting kindergarten and I had just given birth to my youngest of 4. I was so overwhelmed and was anxious about how I was supposed to leave my house in the mornings. I was blessed to have Jenn's support. She would walk in the door those mornings and sort out the newborn and toddler while I could focus on the older kids. She would make the most difficult mornings manageable: we would do the school run and she would help me take the younger ones to a playgroup. My kids would ask about her all the time. She is very respectful and very supportive to what makes mum happy. Knowing her personality and character is a big recommendation for doula services. She is a genuine person with a big heart.
Hayatmum, postpartum client
If you are looking for a down-to-earth, highly supportive, no fuss, experienced, and super respectful doula, don’t look further. Jenn is amazing. She is very caring, loves what she does and is very generous - we got all the support we needed, and more. We had a really good prenatal, birth, and postnatal experience and our baby boy is perfect!
Scarlettmum, birth client
Jenn was wonderful to have as our PP Doula, and provided me with overnight support which was priceless to have when my partner was away for work. I am very appreciative of her help, guidance, all the advice she gave, and how lovely she was with our baby girl. Violet felt super comfortable with Jenn. Highly recommend her services!!
Ellamum, postpartum client
Jenn was very easy to work with and allowed me to focus on my clinical role as a midwife whilst giving me peace of mind that our woman was supported and cared for in a safe space. We found a nice balance in the birth space where I felt welcomed by herself and the woman, and her maternal energy made me feel at ease. She had everything in her doula bag and we taught each other, as birth workers, some tricks along the way!
Shanaemidwife (hospital)
Jenn was absolutely wonderful! From the minute we met I knew she was so special. She was so caring, loving and supportive throughout the entire journey. I never felt alone and knew she was just a text message away if I ever needed motivation and encouragement when I was in doubt. Although I didn't achieve the VBAC we worked so hard for, I did experience a beautiful birth all thanks to Jenn. She empowered me to make my own decisions and I felt in control the entire time. Her postpartum support was exceptional, lifting me up in the midst of my baby blues and being there for me both emotionally and physically. I cannot thank Jenn enough; my husband, toddler and I highly recommend her!
Theresamum, birth client
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