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The Bay Doula Rita

Pricing

These are the rates and features already published for birth support, nighttime postpartum care, the Fourth Trimester Retreat, breastfeeding education, and consultations.

Rithalorine with parents and their newborn

01

Birth support

Birth support starts with a $50 consultation. That hour is where you and Rita talk through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum plans.

$50

Initial consultation · one hour

  1. Prenatal Support

    • 1-3 Prenatal Appointments (Virtual & In-Person)

  2. On-Call Services

    • 24/7 Availability from Week 37 Onward

  3. Labor & Birth Support

    • In-Person Support Throughout Labor & Birth

  4. Immediate Postpartum Support

    • Continuous Care for 1-2 Hours After Birth
    • Assistance with Initial Breastfeeding

  5. Postnatal Care

    • 1-2 Postnatal Appointments (In-Person)
    • Ongoing Virtual Support for 6+ Weeks

  6. Continuous Communication

    • Support via Text, Email & Phone
Checkout · $50 initial consultQuestions first

02

Nighttime postpartum

Overnight care is planned around your family. Most nights run 9 pm to 6 am or 10 pm to 6 am. The rate is set with Rita when you book.

9 pm–6 am

or 10 pm–6 am · scheduled with Rita

  1. Postpartum support

    Understanding that each family's needs are unique, I work closely with you to create a personalized care plan. Whether you require support for a few nights, weeks, or an extended period, my goal is to enhance your postpartum experience by fostering a restful and reassuring atmosphere.

  2. Sweet feeding

    During our nighttime sessions, you can anticipate a range of supportive services tailored to your specific requirements. From assisting with nighttime feedings and soothing techniques to ensuring a serene sleeping environment for both you and your baby, I am here to alleviate the challenges that often accompany nighttime care.

  3. Gentle Night sleep

    My commitment to your well-being spans the crucial hours of the night, with common shifts available from 9 pm to 6 am or 10 pm to 6 am. These hours are thoughtfully designed to accommodate your sleep and recovery needs while providing expert care for your newborn.

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03

Fourth Trimester Retreat

Checkout collects the published rate. Where a package says “from,” that starting rate is what is charged today. Rita still confirms intake and the service agreement before care begins.

The Day Retreat

6 hours of in-home support

$500

A focused day of hands-on support for the mother who needs rest, reassurance, and experienced help with her newborn.

  • Postpartum check-in and a personalized plan for the day
  • Newborn care while Mom rests, showers, eats, or recharges
  • Feeding, pumping, bottle, and newborn-care support within doula scope
  • Newborn cues and soothing education
  • Bottle/pump-part washing and agreed baby-related organization
  • Partner and new-parent education
  • Fourth Trimester Welcome Kit
  • End-of-day recommendations and a simple follow-up plan

Best for: A mother who needs a meaningful reset without committing to several days of care.

Checkout · $500

The 3-Day Reset

3 days × 8 hours · 24 hours total

From $2,000

Our signature starter retreat: three intentional days that move the family from immediate relief toward greater confidence.

  • Day one — Rest: protected recovery time while newborn-care needs are supported
  • Day two — Recover: feeding, pumping, bottle care, soothing, recovery, and family adjustment
  • Day three — Confidence: cues, soothing techniques, partner education, routines, and a plan for the days ahead
  • Fourth Trimester Welcome Kit
  • Personalized postpartum support plan
  • Feeding/newborn logs when useful
  • Educational resources
  • Professional referral resources when needs fall outside doula scope
  • Follow-up check-in after completion

Online checkout collects the published starting rate of $2,000. Your service agreement confirms the schedule.

Checkout · $2,000

The 7-Day Retreat

7 days × 8 hours · 56 hours total

From $4,700

A full week of concentrated postpartum support for families who want a softer, more supported transition home after birth.

  • Daily postpartum and newborn support
  • Extended newborn care and protected rest periods for Mom
  • Feeding, pumping, and bottle support within doula scope
  • Newborn soothing and cue education
  • Baby-related light household support as agreed
  • Partner education and family adjustment support
  • Support establishing sustainable routines
  • Personalized end-of-week transition plan
  • Follow-up consultation

Best for: Families coming home from the hospital who want concentrated support during baby's first days at home.

Online checkout collects the published starting rate of $4,700. Your service agreement confirms the schedule.

Checkout · $4,700

Quoted after a conversation

The Fourth Trimester Journey

Six weeks · 3 visits/week × 8 hours · 144 hours total

Custom

A signature long-term experience that changes as Mom heals, baby grows, and the family becomes more confident.

  • Weeks 1–2 — Rest & recovery: maternal rest, newborn care, feeding support, and adjusting to life at home
  • Weeks 3–4 — Rhythm & confidence: baby cues, soothing, feeding patterns, family routines, and continued recovery support
  • Weeks 5–6 — Transition & independence: sustainable routines and a confident step down from intensive doula support

This package is custom quoted after consultation so the schedule and level of support can be matched to each family.

Request a quote

Optional Overnight Retreat Support

Typical 10-hour overnight shift

Custom

Overnight support may be added to qualifying retreat packages based on availability. The goal is to protect restorative sleep while maintaining responsive newborn care.

  • Newborn care throughout the overnight shift
  • Feeding support according to the family's established plan
  • Bottle and pump-part care
  • Soothing and settling support
  • Diapering and newborn comfort care
  • Parent rest with clear overnight communication and morning handoff

Typical overnight windows are 9:00 pm–7:00 am or 9:30 pm–7:30 am. Final schedule and pricing are confirmed in the family's service agreement.

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04

Breastfeeding education

Both sessions cover the same prenatal education. Checkout collects the published class rate.

  • How breastfeeding works and what to expect in the early days
  • Comfortable positioning and a supportive latch
  • Baby hunger cues, feeding patterns, and signs of milk transfer
  • Milk supply basics, pumping, and introducing a bottle
  • Time for your personal questions and preparation needs

In-Person Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

2 hours 30 minutes

$125

Personalized education in the comfort of your home.

Checkout · $125

Private Prenatal Breastfeeding Education

Private online session

$100

Live private 1:1 Zoom session tailored to your goals.

Checkout · $100

05

Consultations

Each consultation is $50 for one hour. Checkout collects the published rate; Rita schedules your hour after payment.

Initial Consultation

1 hour

$50

A private consultation to discuss your pregnancy, birth, postpartum needs, and the type of support you’re looking for.

  • 1-hour private consultation
  • Discuss your needs and goals
  • Birth and postpartum planning
  • Overview of doula services
  • Questions and answers
  • Personalized next steps

Checkout collects the published $50 rate. Rita will reach out to schedule your hour after payment.

Checkout · $50

Follow-Up Consultation

1 hour

$50

A private follow-up session for continued guidance, preparation, and support.

  • 1-hour private consultation
  • Follow-up on your current needs
  • Birth preparation and planning
  • Postpartum preparation
  • Newborn and feeding-support education
  • Questions and personalized guidance

Checkout collects the published $50 rate. Rita will reach out to schedule your hour after payment.

Checkout · $50

Educational and supportive consultation only; does not replace medical care.