What is a Baby Planner?
A “baby planner” or maternity consultant provides information, education and resources to expectant parents and those trying to conceive to help them make informed decisions and ease their transition into parenthood. Eat-Sleep-Love’s services include breastfeeding education, greenproofing (educating about eco-friendly pregnancy, birth and home environment options), maternity and newborn sleep hygiene education (including safe co-sleeping practices), babywearing education, safety awareness, education regarding stages of pregnancy, birth options information and referral, referrals to childbirth education classes, nursery planning support, child proofing information and referral, registry information and support, post-partum and return to work plans (including referrals for postpartum care and support), transition resources for those who plan to stay home, and more! We also offer infertility resources, support, and self-advocacy tools for those needing help on their journey to become a parent.
Who benefits from maternity consulting services?
At Eat-Sleep-Love, we work with parents during all stages of expectancy…trying to conceive, already pregnant, just about to give birth, and even post-partum! We find parents-to-be seek out assistance for many reasons, including:
- Feeling stressed or overwhelmed by the preparation process, and uncertain when or how to begin;
- Just seeking some extra information and resources and a little guidance on the process and timing of preparation;
- Living far from family or on bed rest, and in need of a little extra support to help prepare;
- Simply too busy to figure out all of the baby-related information and options available in today’s world and seeking a single source to summarize and expedite the process;
- Preparing to conceive and interested in taking steps to improve your health and fertility; or
- Struggling with infertility and seeking information and resources to help on your journey.
Why hire a maternity consultant?
Many people hire baby planners to save time, money and energy! A baby planner can help expectant parents sort through the over-abundance of information and resources to help determine what is necessary, relevant, and helpful to you. At Eat-Sleep-Love, we work with parents to develop a customized plan to meet your specific needs.
How does baby planning work?
First, call or email us for a free initial phone consultation to allow us a chance to learn about you and your needs so that we can better recommend a customized baby planning package best suited for your needs! Services may include: breastfeeding education and support, maternity and newborn sleep hygiene education (including safe co-sleeping practices), birth options information and referral, greenproofing (educating about eco-friendly pregnancy, birth and home environment options), baby wearing information, cloth diapering information, safety awareness, education regarding stages of pregnancy, referrals to childbirth education classes, nursery set up support, child proofing information and referral, registry information and support, baby shower planning, bed rest plans, post-partum and return to work plans (including referrals for postpartum care and support), transition resources for those who plan to stay home, pregnancy and newborn photography referrals, and more! We also offer infertility resources, support and self-advocacy for those needing help on their journey to become a parent.
Fertility
Fertility Consult. $175.
For those trying to conceive or struggling with infertility. Includes:
- 1.5 hour in-person consultation.
- Fertility Resource Package, including handouts with information and resources on medical and alternative treatments, fertility facts, and information on self-advocacy.
- Free client-originated calls (10 minutes or less) for one weeks from date of initial consult.*
- Unlimited email support for 1 week following initial consult.*
- 5% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Expectant Parent or Fertility 45 minute Telephone Consult. $75
Q&A style call – expectant parents or those trying to conceive may ask questions about pregnancy or fertility resources and information.
Expectant Parent Consultations
Basic Consultation $225.
This package is for those looking for general information and resources, without any specific customization. It provides a simple overview of your maternity needs, and basic information and resources to help you throughout your pregnancy. The expectant parent consultation includes:
- Initial 1.5 hour in-home consultation: Full assessment of maternity and parenting needs, with specific focus on birth options, eco-friendly options, breastfeeding, making room for baby, identifying products/items necessary for baby, and any nutritional/medical needs.
- Presentation of resources, information, and handouts, including astandard written maternity plan and an Expectant Parent Resource Package with checklist.
- Free client-originated calls (10 minutes or less) for one weeks from date of initial consult.*
- Unlimited email support for 1 week following initial consult.*
- 5% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Expectant Parent Right Start Sleep Consult. $350.
This package if for parents looking for information about infant soothing and sleep in preparation for the arrival of your little bundle of joy! I can help you get off to a great start and build healthy sleep habits for your child. Includes:
- 2 hour general sleep education, including an overview of sleep development in newborns, information about sleep during your baby’s first six months, suggestions for creating an optimal sleep environment, and hands-on instruction on newborn soothing techniques (such as Dr. Harvey Karp’s 5 S’s).
- 2 follow-up calls and email support during the first 2 months after your baby is born.*
- Breast feeding and bottle feeding information and tips.
- 10% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Expectant Parent Greenproofing Consult. $350.
For those parents-to-be interested in learning more information about increasing the health and safety of your environment during your pregnancy and for your new baby. Includes:
- 2 hour general education about greening your pregnancy and home in preparation for your baby, including information about green products and greening your nursery.
- 2 follow-up calls and email support for 4 weeks following consult.*
- 10% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Expectant Parent Deluxe Consultation. $400.
This package is designed for parents-to-be seeking specific information and resources, customized to their particular needs. The expectant parent consultation includes:
- Initial 1 hour in-home consultation: Full assessment of maternity and parenting needs, with specific focus on birth options, eco-friendly options, breastfeeding, making room for baby, identifying products/items necessary for baby, and any nutritional/medical needs.
- A 1-hour in-person presentation of a written maternity plan with tailored resources, information, and handouts, including an Expectant Parent Resource Package with a customized maternity plan and checklist.
- Free client-originated calls (10 minutes or less) for two weeks from date of initial consult.*
- Unlimited email support for first 4 weeks following initial consult.*
- 10% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Expectant Parent Premium Package. $650.
This package is designed for those seeking a one-on-one educational session on a specified topic. It includes:
- Initial 1 hour in-home consultation: Full assessment of maternity and parenting needs, with specific focus on birth options, eco-friendly options, breastfeeding, making room for baby, identifying products/items necessary for baby, and any nutritional/medical needs.
- A 1-hour in-person presentation of a customized written maternity plan with tailored resources, information, and handouts, including an Expectant Parent Resource Package with checklist.
- 2 hour Expectant Parent Private Workshop: Topics to be covered may include: Breastfeeding education, “Right Start” Newborn Sleep Consultation, Happiest Baby education, Introduction to Greenproofing, Cloth Diapering, and Babywearing Options and Safety.
- Free client-originated calls (10 minutes or less) until one month following Expectant Parent Private Workshop.*
- Unlimited email support until 4 weeks following Expectant Parent Private Workshop.*
- 10% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy or postpartum.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Expectant Parent Luxury Package. $900.
Luxury service package for expectant parents, designed for those seeking additional consult time, support, and two one-on-one educational sessions on specified topics. Includes:
- Initial 1.5 hour in-home consultation: Full assessment of maternity and parenting needs, with specific focus on birth options, eco-friendly options, breastfeeding, making room for baby, identifying products/items necessary for baby, and any nutritional/medical needs.
- A 1-hour in-person presentation of a customized written maternity plan with tailored resources, information, and handouts, including an Expectant Parent Resource Package with checklist.
- 2 2 hour Expectant Parent Private Workshops: Topics to be covered may include: Breastfeeding education, “Right Start” Newborn Sleep Consultation, Happiest Baby education, Introduction to Greenproofing, Cloth Diapering, and Babywearing Options and Safety.
- Free client-originated calls (10 minutes or less) until one month following second Expectant Parent Private Workshop.*
- Unlimited email support until 4 weeks following second Expectant Parent Private Workshop.*
- 15% discount on any additional Eat-Sleep-Love course offerings during pregnancy or postpartum.
*Calls and email must relate to topics covered in package.
Optional Service Packages
- Email Support: Starting at $75 for 2 weeks unlimited support.
- 2 hour Expectant Parent Private Workshop: Starting at $40 per person/family for groups (minimum of 6); $200 private.
- Postpartum Support Plan (including return to work plan if desired): $100 Includes:
- 30 minute phone call to discuss postpartum support needs;
- a written customized postpartum support plan; and
- 1 week of unlimited email support related to postpartum support plan.
- Registry support (including green registry): Starting at $100.
- Fertility Support Packages: $125 for up to 4 15-20 minute phone calls and 2 weeks of unlimited e-mail support, or $225 for up to 8 15-20 minute phone calls and 4 weeks of unlimited e-mail support.
- Baby Shower Planning (green planning available): Starting at $250.
- Maternity Manager: Call for pricing.
- Customized Packages: Available upon request – call for pricing.
Classes
Happiest Baby, Breastfeeding Education, Newborn Sleep Seminars, Baby Planning 101, Babywearing, Greenproofing, and Infant Soothing classes are offered regularly at Eat-Sleep-Love. Private group classes are available upon request. Private group classes are $60 per family, minimum of 6 families. Semi-private and private courses are also available upon request at a rate of $125/hour.
Hourly Rate
We are available for telephone phone consultation at a rate of $100/hour or in-person meetings at an hourly rate of $125/hour.
Free 15-minute Consultation
Not sure what package is best for you? Do you just want to talk first before you decide if a sleep consultation package is right for you? Contact us to arrange a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Need a Speaker at Your Parent Group or Event?
Contact Jessica Brodey at (202) 276-7308 or by email.