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MAKANDJA
(MOTHER"S BEAUTIFUL VOICE)
Makandja, a certified birth and postpartum doula, coach, and facilitator. With a bachelor's degree in education, Makandja is a calming presence who helps pregnant people and their family from all walks of life. As a board member at Portland Doula Association, Makandja serves the Portland, OR community. She understands the cultural differences that many immigrant families face when it comes to balancing their parenting styles and values, and she equips families with tools to aid them on their birth journey. Please note that Makandja is not a replacement for your partner or support person, but rather an additional source of support. Makandja is the great grandmother of our founder. A mother whose voice still lives on through generations after she has gone on. The name Makandja (mother's beautiful voice), expresses all that we stand for. At Makandja Doula Services LLC our goal is to empower birthing individuals from all walks of life during their childbirth experience. We want to nurture, encourage, support and make sure your voice is heard for the birth you deserve. We support you physically with comfort measures, emotionally and provide you with needed information and tools to equip you for making informed choices for the most positive birthing experience. We look forward to working with you and your family.
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Your Doula Questions Answered
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What type of services do you provide?
At Makandja Doula we provide services as both a birth and postpartum doula. You can choose the type of service package that provides the best support for your needs.
I heard doulas are only used in home births or non-medicated births?
Doulas are used in home births, birth center births, non-medicated births AND hospital births. Whatever your birth vision, a doula can educate and coach you through your birth vision in a number of different birth scenarios.
Does a doula replace my midwife/OB?
A good doula works alongside your midwife/OB to provide quality support and care throughout your pregnancy, birth and postpartum care. Think of a doula as a vitamin that supplements your primary care, helping maximize your benefits.
How much do you charge?
Our first meeting is your time to interview me - to see if I am a good match. We can talk by phone call, virtual meeting or in-person. This meeting is FREE. At the meeting we will discuss your birth vision and how I can assist you. We can also discuss pricing.
I do want to be supportive to families who truly value the support a doula can offer. I am willing to discuss costs to make my services more affordable for you.
OK! I love what you offer... what's next?
I am so honored to be part of each family's journey. Know that I feel privileged to be part of your support network.
Once you have decided to work with me, I am available to answer your questions immediately. You can email, call or text me. I will email you a Contract of Service and send you a link to my Online Intake Form. You will also receive an invoice for deposits due.
I am happy to discuss and develop an individualized plan of how to best meet your needs.