The Jubilant Doula

Nurturing the joy of new beginnings

Birth and postpartum doula care

Megan Swanson, Birth & Postpartum Doula

Hello! My name is Megan Swanson and I am a birth and postpartum doula. I am a wife and mom to my 8-month-old son, living in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

I became a doula after experiencing the joy and empowerment of birthing my own baby in my home in September of 2023. The moment he was born, my passion for birth and supporting mothers and families was too! I specialize in first-time families, faith-based families, and unmedicated birth, but partner with mothers in all circumstances and walks of life.

I am praying for you to birth jubilantly!

Meet your birth companion

Trainings and Certifications:

DONA International Approved Birth Doula Training (December 2023)
DONA International Approved Postpartum Doula Training (January 2024)
CPR Certified

What is a Doula?

What is a doula?

A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, informational and emotional support to a mother and family before, during, and after childbirth. Doulas offer evidence-based support, encouraging mothers to make informed decisions and use their voices. A doula advocates for a mother’s birth wishes to help them get the very best care.

A doula is a helper.

Why hire a doula?

Some benefits of doulas are:

Reduced likelihood of cesarean birth
Fewer requests for pain meds
Reduced use of Pitocin
Less likely to need forceps or vacuum
Better apgar scores for baby

Greater satisfaction with the overall birth experience
Increased movement during labor
Improved postpartum mental health
Decreased anxiety

...and more!

I would love to care for you.

Doula packages + pricing

Birth + Postpartum

Doula Care

Starting at $1,275

Postpartum care starting at $30/hour

3 (up to 2-hour) prenatal visits to discuss educational resources, intentions for labor, comfort techniques, and postpartum needs/assistance
Assistance creating a personalized birth plan with evidence-based information
Continued communication during pregnancy via text, phone or email to answer questions and provide resources & referrals
24/7 phone or text support from 37-42 weeks gestation
Continuous in-person support and advocacy during labor
Immediate post-birth & feeding support
Access to local and virtual resources related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and newborn/family care as needed
Resources such as recommended learning material, checklists, and tips when preparing for labor and the postpartum period
1 (2-hour) session of in-home postpartum support
1 nutritious postpartum meal
Personalized plan for postpartum support (minimum of 12 hours of care starting at $30/hour)

includes lactation support, light housekeeping, family/sibling care, newborn care, meal and snack-prepping, & more

Birth Doula Care

$1,200

2 (up to 2-hour) prenatal visits to discuss educational resources, intentions for labor and comfort techniques
Assistance creating a personalized birth plan with evidence-based information
Continued communication during pregnancy via text, phone or email to answer questions and provide resources & referrals
24/7 phone or text support from 37-42 weeks gestation
Continuous in-person support and advocacy during labor
Immediate post-birth & feeding support
Access to local and virtual resources related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and newborn/family care as needed
Resources such as recommended learning material, checklists, and tips when preparing for labor and the postpartum period
1 (2-hour) session of in-home postpartum support
1 nutritious postpartum meal

Postpartum Doula Care

Starting at $150

Postpartum care starting at $30/hour

2 (1-hour) prenatal visits to create postpartum plan
Access to local and virtual resources related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and newborn/family care as needed
Resources such as recommended learning material, checklists, and tips when preparing for labor and the postpartum period
1 nutritious postpartum meal
Personalized plan for postpartum support (minimum of 12 hours of care starting at $30/hour)

includes lactation support, light housekeeping, family/sibling care, newborn care, meal and snack-prepping, & more

I typically take birth clients within 60 miles of Cedar Rapids, IA. For postpartum care, I typically take clients within 20 miles of Cedar Rapids. If outside of that radius, an extra milage fee may be charged.

Will provide support for home births and hospital births. Can support virtually at a reduced rate.

Payment plans available for all packages.

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