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"Erin is wonderful. She was a great support during our perfect birth!" - Eric, dad to Baby Nora
"We immediately felt so comfortable in her calm presence." ​- Brittany, mom to Baby Graham

My model of care is to provide warm and inclusive support so you can focus on bringing baby into the world. Certified by DONA, Childbirth International, HypnoBirthing® and Hypnobabies, I have served 100+ families birthing at hospitals, homes and birth centers throughout the Twin Cities. Having supported first-time and repeat parents, unmedicated births, medicated births, parents of multiples, VBAC parents, and those planning cesarean births, I bring passion and a commitment to helping you have your best birth. 

​I view birth as a normal and healthy part of a family's life experience, and I come alongside you to bring comfort and peace of mind going into labor and throughout the process by offering physical and emotional support, providing evidence-based information, and suggesting techniques to reduce fear and build confidence!

I might be your doula if...

• You want an experienced, confident guide on your side.
• ​​​​You desire a positive and fully-supported experience for your family.
• You value humor and honesty.

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   Erin has a great sense of humor and is extremely relatable. She brought a wealth of knowledge about all things birth!
​- Sarah, St. Paul

   My husband said he saw an instant transformation the second I walked in and saw Erin. I instantly calmed... I look forward to partnering with her again when we give our son a sister or brother! - Amber, Minneapolis

    Talking with Erin about options and what was happening made everything easier, and I felt very taken care of.
​- Suzanne, Plymouth

Investment for Services - $1100
[Repeat clients: Please ask about special pricing!]

• A free, no-obligation interview - Find out if we are a good match!
• Two Prenatal Meetings: We will meet to discuss your plans and dreams, boost your confidence and that of your partner, and answer any questions you have. Includes help in writing your birth plan!
• 100% support from start to finish via phone/email anytime after hire.​
• 24/7 on-call availability for your labor.
• Complimentary access to the Flutterby Client Resources web page.
• Tips for optimal fetal positioning (including 'Spinning Babies' techniques), with the goal of having an easier labor!
• Emotional, physical, and informational support on your birthing day.
• ​​Photos during and after your birth, if desired.
• Support and assistance immediately after birth, including assistance with breastfeeding, if desired.
• One in-home postpartum visit 1-2 weeks after your birth.​
• Postpartum follow up via email, text, and phone to get you off to the best possible start, process your experience, and answer questions.
• Notes taken at your birth to remind you of the details of your big day.​
• A special client discount on HypnoBirthing® classes!

Á la Carte Add-On Options (discounted pricing):

• ​Placenta Encapsulation (including tincture if desired) - $185
• Postpartum Herbal Bath for healing and relaxation - $15​

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​Pay for your doula services in-full up front and receive 5% off as a thank you!

Half of your fee is to be paid at the time of hire, with the remaining half paid at the final prenatal visit. Please ask about payment plans if you have financial constraints. Your Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account may reimburse all or part of your doula fee. Flutterby is happy to provide documentation.