Raw Roots Doula Services LLC.
New Castle’s Preferred Doula Service
Providing customized and compassionate care through pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We understand the multitude of emotions and options that come with pregnancy, which is why we’re committed to helping you feel relaxed, grounded, and informed so you can focus most on enjoying this special time.
Whether this is your first pregnancy, or you have experienced birth before, our nurturing support can enhance your birth and postpartum experience.
Many expectant parents have at least some fear or doubt surrounding the labor and birth process. With a Raw Roots Doula on your team, you can move forward with confidence - feeling calm, rooted, and supported.
We know every path to parenthood is unique, and we’re excited to support you every step of the way.
Whether you have yet to conceive, are pregnant, or newly postpartum we would love to offer you our skilled and compassionate support.
Let us offer you the full range of benefits that come with having a doula.
We are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for families to embrace the transformative power of birth, and are honored to take your hand as you navigate this sacred time with confidence and strength.
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Support For Every Stage
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Fertility Doula
Fertility doula support on your path to parenthood. No matter how long you’ve been on your TTC journey, we’re here to offer support and guidance along the way.
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Birth Doula
Comprehensive and individualized labor support designed to fit your needs. Support during your pregnancy, labor and immediate postpartum.
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Lactation Support
Lactation support in the comfort of your home. We offer feeding assessments, weighted feeds, and support you in achieving your infant feeding goals.
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Prenatal Education
Courses designed to educate and empower. Embark on your journey with confidence. Courses include comprehensive childbirth, comfort measures, and lactation preparation.
Why Clients Trust Us
Our team is fully certified and expertly trained, equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide exceptional support. With our credentials and passion for supporting families, we are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care and assistance to meet your needs with confidence and professionalism. You can trust that our team is ready and capable to offer you the highest quality support every step of the way.
When you choose a Raw Roots Doula you ensure that you will be met with unparalleled respect, understanding, and attention.
We promise that with each interaction you will walk away feeling truly listened to.
Why We Doula What We Do
We know firsthand how transformative birth can be, and desire to assist families in creating their own positive and fulfilling birth experiences.
Give the Gift of Support
Share our support with someone special. We now offer gift cards so you can ensure your loved one experiences the doula difference. Inquire below.
Raw Roots Learning Hub
Meet Your Doula
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Emily Drotleff
Owner, Certified Labor Doula, CLC, Childbirth Educator
What We Do Best
Communication
We’re known for our exceptional communication, and attention to detail.
Trustworthiness
We earn the trust of our clients through consistent, and honest interactions.
Client Focused
We prioritize the needs and well-being of our clients, offering genuine support.
Transparency
We are open and honest in all of our communications and actions.
Respect
We value and honor the opinions, rights, and dignity of every family we serve.
Calming Presence
We inspire confidence and calm through our calming presence.
Evidence Based
We deliver current, evidence based support rooted in the latest research and best practices.
We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality of care to every family we serve.
You only get to experience this birth once, guarantee it is a positive and fulfilling experience with a Raw Roots Doula by your side.
What you can expect from birth with a Raw Roots Doula.
You are approaching your estimated due date and unsure whether it’s time to head to your birthing location, your doula reminds you to focus on relaxing and nourishing your body until your surges strengthen.
When the time is right, you confidently travel to your birth location and are met with the your doula’s familiar face. She prepares the environment according to your birth plan, and gets the rest of your birth team excited for the rapidly approaching birthday.
Your doula offers you sips of water, and snacks to provide your body with the energy it needs to bring your baby earthside. She reminds you to stay present and surrender to each surge. She offers comfort and guidance to your partner as they take this journey with you.
When labor intensifies your doula eases discomfort with targeted touch and words of affirmation. She helps you to steady your breath and soften your jaw. She helps you through each surge as it comes.
Your doula reminds your partner to advocate for you and actively participate in discussions with your care team. When you feel overwhelmed she brings your thoughts back to meeting your beautiful baby. She supports you in changing positions to help your baby navigate your pelvis.
When your baby makes their arrival your doula captures the moment and holds space during your golden hour. She assists with breastfeeding when needed, and then sees herself out as you continue to bond with your precious arrival.
“Whenever and however you intend to give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body and your spirit for the rest of your life.”
— Ina May Gaskin
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“My dream is that every woman, everywhere, will know the joy of a truly safe, comfortable, and satisfying birthing for herself and her baby.”
— Marie Mongan
You’ve taken the classes, and hired the doula, your hospital bag is packed and ready, but is it missing one essential item—snacks? Keep reading to discover a labor doula’s list of must-have snacks to keep you fueled during labor. From your first contraction to pushing, these snacks have you covered!