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Sara Krivanec, CD(DTI), CLC, IBCLC

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Certified Birth Doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Childbirth Educator w/ @mybirthrva. Practicing since 2001. ✨

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Are you pregnant and considering a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) or are you planning for a future VBAC? I’ve been a #VBACDoula for 25 years and worked with hundreds of VBAC hopefuls. VBACs are a safe option and possible with the right support! I can help guide you to supportive care teams, answer all your questions/concerns and support you in your decisions. Up to 85% of people who work toward VBACs are able to achieve them! Please reach out for a free consultation.

*Images of these incredible VBAC mamas posted w/ permission

#mybirthdoula #rvadoula #birthinrva #rvabirth taken in MyBirth by @sarakdoula

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8 months ago

My Birth Class: Sundays @mybirthrva

A doula’s guide to empowered, supported, evidence-based birth practices, our original curriculum was created by the doulas of MyBirth and reflects our 40+ years of combined childbirth experience. With the MyBirth childbirth education class, you will gain a thorough understanding of the mechanics of birth, comfort measures for pregnancy and labor, how to remain active and be your own advocate, lactation basics, what to expect postpartum, and adjusting to life with a new baby.

Though geared towards achieving an unmedicated birth, we will also thoroughly cover inductions and epidurals, common interventions/medications, family-centered cesareans, and how to be flexible when confronted with a new direction in your birth’s trajectory.

My Birth Class is offered every month on Sundays at 2pm, and is taught at the MyBirth studio in Scott’s Addition with @sarakdoula. Join us for 9 hours (3 classes) of comprehensive, evidence-based, doula created childbirth education. Hope you can join us!

www.MyBirthRVA.com —> Register under “Classes & Education”
*MyBirth Doula clients receive 10% off fees by @sarakdoula

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2 months ago

We are in-network with a wide variety of insurance companies for lactation services, which means no out of pocket cost to you! If you see your plan on this list, go to mybirthrva.com/lactation. Click the link to get your coverage approved & fill out our inquiry form to book your appointment!

Sara Krivanec, IBCLC can see you in home, office or virtual depending on your plan. Reach out for support during your pregnancy (prenatal appt.), after birth (postpartum) and with your older baby (milestone appts)! Sara will provide the care, education and encouragement that you need.

#mybirthrva #IBCLC #RVALactation #LactationConsultant by @sarakdoula

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5 days ago

You can now use your lactation benefits with United Healthcare, UMR, All Savers, Oxford Heath Plan and Surest through MyBirth’s partnership with The Lactation Network! Visits with Sara Krivanec, IBCLC will be fully covered for all in-person lactation consultations and follow-ups.

To find out if you and your insurance are eligible, check the link on our website. If you have any questions about our services or want to schedule an appointment, visit mybirthrva.com/lactation and fill out our inquiry form.

#mybirthrva #lactationsupport #RVAIBCLC #UnitedHealthcare #TLN by @sarakdoula

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6 days ago

Your third trimester (30-35 weeks) is an ideal time for the prenatal visit, and it’s encouraged that your partner or support person attends. Whether you’re a first-time parent or want a refresher after nursing an older child, we will discuss your breastfeeding goals and I will provide tips and reminders to help you get off to a great start! We will review the fundamentals (such as how milk is made, baby’s intake needs, feeding cues, and proper latch positioning), reflect on what’s normal with lactation & nursing, and gather resources before baby arrives to help you feel more confident and set up for success. We will also review your health and breastfeeding history, pinpoint any issues that may impact your breastfeeding experience, and develop a care plan for initiating breastfeeding.

Our visit is in office or virtual. Duration is 1 hour. The first step to meet with me is to see if your insurance is covered. Links are listed at mybirthrva.com/lactation (link in bio) and then fill out the inquiry form and I’ll be in touch!

Image: @danabbirth by @sarakdoula

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7 days ago

✨My Birth Stories ~ RESCHEDULED to October 15 from 6-8pm✨

Our free, quarterly birth story night in the MyBirth community studio. Hear three-four different, unique births experiences…how parents prepared, the exciting play-by-play, what they think new parents need to know and postpartum/4th trimsester experiences. Facilitated by Sara Krivanec, CD, CLC, IBCLC. A fun, bonding evening to learn and prepare for the emotional part of this journey.

You do not need to be a MyBirth client or student to attend. Bring your partner, tell a friend and be inspired! No registration needed.

#mybirthrva #birthstories #emotionalprep #community #doulas by @sarakdoula

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8 days ago

Lactation preparation offered every month at MyBirth. Begin your lactation journey with education and support from @sarakdoula!

LACTATION PREP: A SUCCESSFUL START
This class covers how to prepare for breast/chestfeeding, the mechanics of nursing and milk transfer, latch techniques & holds and how to know that everything is going well. We also discuss how a partner can support you and what’s normal for newborns in the 4th trimester. Every second Saturday of the month in the MyBirth Community Studio.
Next class: Oct 10 or Nov 14 from 10a-12:30p.

You can read more about our lactation services or register for classes at
https://mybirthrva.com/classes-education —> LINK IN BIO by @sarakdoula

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14 days ago

I’m Sara Krivanec, a birth doula of 25 years, childbirth educator and IBCLC Lactation Consultant at MyBirth. Here’s an update on my birth availability looking at late winter & spring 2027.

I’m attending fewer births, working with repeat clients, VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) hopefuls, and new clients having subsequent babies (2nd, 3rd, ect…).

My Doulamatch link is in my bio. I can’t wait to support you and your growing family! ✨

#mybirthdoula #IBCLC #VBACdoula #birthinrva #rvadoula by @sarakdoula

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19 days ago

Testimonial for @sarakdoula ✨
I love working with the sweetest families over and over again! ✨

“We truly can’t say enough wonderful things about Sara! 🤍

We first had Sara by our side for the birth of our first son, and after that experience, we knew there was no question that we wanted her with us again when welcoming our second son. In fact, I’m pretty sure Sara was one of the first people to know we were pregnant (we reached out with our positive test at just 4 weeks), because there was absolutely no way we were going to risk her being booked by someone else! 😂

I had an unmedicated birth with our first son, and we knew going into our second birth that we wanted to do it again. With Sara by our side, lots of encouragement, and probably a few moments where she was more confident in me than I was in myself, we accomplished that goal again!

We already knew how comforting, gentle, knowledgeable, and supportive Sara was, but somehow, she exceeded our expectations all over again. She has such a calming presence and has a way of making you feel confident and cared for, even during the moments when you’re questioning whether you can actually do this. 😂

One thing people maybe don’t realize about having a doula is that the support isn’t just for mom. Sara was just as supportive of my husband, giving him ideas and guidance on ways he could help, comfort, and be involved throughout labor. Having someone there to support both of us made such a difference.

Sara truly became such an important part of both of our birth experiences, and we feel so lucky to have had her there for the arrival of both of our boys. We genuinely can’t recommend her enough to anyone and everyone preparing to welcome a baby into the world. A doula is a must, and Sara is the one you want by your side!” 💕

#mybirthrva #mybirthdoula #unmedicatedbirth #repeatclients #vcumidwives by @sarakdoula

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21 days ago

✨MyBirth Foundations ~ private class✨

Having a hard time finding a childbirth education class that fits your schedule? Want to complete a class with an experienced doula and educator in the privacy of your home or in our Scott’s Addition studio?

In this class we’ll cover: Preparing for Birth, Comfort Measures, Common Interventions, and Postpartum Transitions. You’ll be prepared with evidence-based information, in a time frame that works for you. Four hours, completed in one day.

Contact instructor, Sara Krivanec at Sara.mybirthrva@gmail.com with any questions and to register.

#mybirthrva #PrivateClasses #ChildbirthEducation #BirthPrep #LowIntervention by @sarakdoula

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a month ago

✨ SURRENDER ✨

You might think, “that’s a hard one for me”…but in this pregnancy, just think, you already have.

How have you listened to what your body needed during this pregnancy? What about when you recognized you needed more and asked for help? That rest in early labor you did so well, helped you to welcome in your oxytocin and have endurance for your strong labor. And what about staying with your breath and in the present moment with this new baby?

Isn’t it nice to know that you have the team at MyBirth - doulas, birth educators & a lactation consultant - to help guide and support you during this time? Reach out to us if haven’t already! You ARE surrendering and you’ve got this!

Feel free to add in the comments what surrendering means to you…

#mybirthrva #DoulaSupport #EducationEmpowers #StrengthInLettingGo taken in MyBirth by @sarakdoula

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a month ago

We are in-network with most commercial insurance companies for lactation services, which means no out of pocket cost to you! If you see your plan on this list, go to mybirthrva.com/lactation and fill out our inquiry form. You can also get a head start by checking your coverage with the links provided there.

Sara Krivanec, IBCLC can see you in home, office or virtual depending on your plan. Reach out for support during your pregnancy (prenatal appt.), after birth and with your older baby (milestone appts)! by @sarakdoula

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