BIRTH

At Vermont Birth Network we offer a listing of support professionals who care for families across the state of Vermont. These professionals offer specialized care, guidance, and support throughout the journey of birth.

When planning for your birth, you may consider connecting with:

Birth Doulas offer continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, labor, and birth. They provide personalized care, help individuals cope with the challenges of pregnancy and labor, offer relaxation techniques, and help families advocate for individual preferences during childbirth.
You will want to meet with and book a birth doula well in advance of your birthing time.
Midwives are skilled healthcare professionals who provide comprehensive care throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. They often offer a more personalized and holistic approach to childbirth, emphasizing natural birth and a close provider-patient relationship for those who are pregnant.
Postpartum and Antepartum Doulas assist birthing people in the initial weeks or months following childbirth, providing guidance on newborn care, feeding, and emotional support. Doulas help people adjust to the cosmic change of growing their families.
Physical Therapists specializing in prenatal care can assist with exercises plans, manual therapy, and other techniques to promote comfort and physical well-being during pregnancy. They can also help birthing people prepare their bodies for labor and birth.
Chiropractors use gentle adjustments to ensure the birthing person's body remains in optimal alignment. This can help babies engage in the pelvis which may help to facilitate labor.
Bodyworkers: Massage therapists, acupuncturists, and other bodyworkers offer pain relief, relaxation, and stress reduction for pregnant individuals. This can help greatly for those who experience prodromal labor or face discomforts during the end of pregnancy that create exhaustion.
Loss and Bereavement Support professionals are there to care for families during the most tender times. As, some pregnancies may not result in a live birth, and individuals and families may need emotional support and guidance during these difficult times. Loss and bereavement support specialists provide compassionate care to help individuals cope with their grief and experiences of loss.
Childbirth Educators offer classes and information to prepare expectant parents for labor and delivery. They provide knowledge about the birthing process, pain management options, and what to expect during childbirth and postpartum recovery. You can also find classes on newborn care, Infant CPR, Caring for Multiples, and more.
Pregnancy and birth photographers capture the beauty and emotion of childbirth, creating lasting memories of these special moments. Their work helps families remember the joy and excitement of this life-changing experience. Some photographers also come in the very early days at home or in the hospital to take photos of newborn babies.