Holistic “With Woman” Support
Arianna Tomak— Christian doula serving Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina
Childbearing is a sacred, transformative journey. It is a metamorphosis. No woman remains unchanged through her experience, and her experience impacts her for life. Childbearing requires responsibility and intentionality throughout the entire process. It is not the time for busy-ness or ignorance. It is the time for nourishment, for preparation, for surrender. Some are called to traverse this journey alone, while others desire the support of a wise, nurturing woman to walk alongside them.
I believe childbearing is a natural, innate, physiological process that is as normal as our other physiological processes, such as breathing and digesting. I believe childbearing was designed by a wise Creator, who made no mistakes in His design. I believe childbearing is the time for intentional, holistic (whole-body) nourishment, and that this is true prenatal care. It is not the time for routine procedures, fearful medical providers, and a stifled spirit and intuition. It is the time for protective, wise, nurturing maternal instincts to awaken and flourish.
I answered the call to support women in their childbearing years five years ago after an incredible, transformative birth experience with my first baby. Since then, I’ve completed several trainings, immersed myself into studying physiological childbearing, and supported families in various capacities. Birthing and raising my children has been the most impactful training of all.
Are we the right fit?
Birth is a life changing experience, so it is crucial to choose the right birth attendants. I am not the right fit for every family and not every family is the right fit for me.
I serve families who:
- are honest, trustworthy people of integrity
- are intentionally choosing to birth at home
- proactively nourish themselves holistically and strive to live as humans were designed to live
- take full responsibility for their childbearing experience
- understand every action they take is a conscious choice they have made
- are forever students who desire to learn more and grow more
- are not making undesired birth plans out of financial necessity
- are seeking to hire a doula and are not hiring a doula as a less expensive alternative to midwifery care. I do not provide midwifery care.
- are birthing within a 45 mile radius of Chesnee, SC. Travel farther than 45 miles will add a travel fee. Please see pricing below.
I may be the right fit for you if you desire:
- Unwavering Support in Sacred Birth Space: Birth is a sacred rite of passage, and I am honored to walk beside you on this journey. I offer steady, intuitive support—helping you stay deeply connected to your body’s wisdom as you birth your baby.
- To Honor Your Body’s Innate Design: Your body was made for this. I trust in the natural rhythms of birth and provide guidance that aligns with your intuition and physiology. Together, we create an environment where you feel safe, undisturbed, and free.
- To Protect the Natural Flow of Birth: With gentle touch and a deep respect for undisturbed labor, I help create the conditions where birth unfolds as it was designed to. My presence often leads to fewer interventions, allowing your body to do what it was divinely created to do without unnecessary disruption.
- Guidance For Your Partner: Birth is a journey for the whole family. I support not only you but also your partner, offering gentle guidance so they can show up fully present and engaged. Whether it’s providing advice on how to better support you or simply reassuring them, I help cultivate a space where everyone feels confident and connected.
- A Nurtured Postpartum: The moments after birth are sacred and set the foundation for bonding and healing. I help you ease into this transition with breastfeeding support, nourishment, and gentle postpartum care—ensuring you are held in love and warmth as you step into motherhood. I also take care of the post-birth cleanup, allowing your family to rest and bond with your newest family member.
As a holistic homebirth doula, I provide:
Emotional & Spiritual Support
- Protecting a quiet, undisturbed birth environment
- Offering words of encouragement and reassurance
- Supporting confidence in the body’s natural ability to birth
- Holding space for a peaceful, faith-filled birth
- Encouraging birth affirmations that focus on strength, trust, and peace
- Providing a calming presence during intense moments
- Guiding breathwork and relaxation with a focus on trust and surrender
- Praying over the mother and the birth space if desired
Physical Support & Comfort Measures
- Hands-on techniques for pain relief (counter-pressure, hip squeezes, nurturing touch)
- Assisting with movement (rebozo work, swaying, walking, squatting)
- Hydrotherapy guidance (birth pool, shower support)
- Encouraging rest, hydration, and nourishment during labor
- Supporting instinctive pushing and natural birth positions
- Helping maintain comfort
- Positioning support to encourage baby’s optimal alignment
Birth Knowledge & Advocacy
- Understanding the natural process of birth and how to support it
- Supporting uninterrupted bonding in immediate postpartum
- Helping families make informed choices about their birth experience
- Facilitating clear, respectful communication with birth attendants
- Supporting transfers with calm presence when additional care may be needed
- Helping families feel prepared and confident in their birth choices
Holistic & Traditional Birth Practices
- Providing information about herbal remedies, essential oils, and homeopathy for pregnancy, labor, and postpartum support
- Assisting with replenishing energy levels during labor with nourishing foods and drinks
- Supporting the mother’s decisions regarding her baby’s umbilical cord (cutting, burning, etc.)
- Supporting the mother’s decisions regarding her placenta (burial, disposal, etc.)
- Incorporating meaningful personal or family traditions into birth
Postpartum & Breastfeeding Support
- Supporting the mother’s rest, nourishment, and healing after birth
- Offering a listening ear for birth story processing and emotional support
- Helping establish breastfeeding (latch, positioning, troubleshooting)
- Recognizing early signs of breastfeeding challenges
- Helping families navigate newborn care in the early weeks
- Offering guidance on postpartum herbal baths and sitz baths
- Reassuring families during the transition into parenthood
Community & Sisterhood Support
- Encouraging a strong support system for postpartum recovery
- Connecting families with holistic birth and postpartum resources
- Hosting local and virtual women’s gatherings and village prenatals
- Providing guidance for siblings during birth and postpartum transitions
- Supporting partners in feeling confident and involved in the process
- Preserving traditional birth wisdom and natural approaches to motherhood
Before reaching out to me to schedule a meeting, please take a look at my offerings and peruse my website to see if I may be a good fit for you and your family. Please listen to this podcast episode to understand the importance of responsibility in childbearing:
If you are ready to connect with me, please email me at ariannatomak.work@gmail.com
Current Offerings
The Supported Mother Package— $1250-$1750
(For assisted homebirth plans)
Add Physiological Birth Education for $300
Includes:
- Two 2 hour prenatal meetings
- Access to my holistic resources library for the childbearing years
- Curated referrals to holistic birth workers and professionals
- On call from 37 weeks
- Doula support for labor and immediate postpartum
- One postpartum meeting
- One nourishing postpartum meal
- Available for prenatal & postpartum phone support daily 9am-5pm up until the final postpartum meeting
- Backup doula available
- Photos and videos in birth if desired and when possible
- Travel farther than 45 miles from Chesnee will add a travel fee of $500.
The Supported Mother Package— $1900-$2800
(For unassisted homebirth plans)
Add Physiological Birth Education for $300
Includes:
- 5-7 two hour prenatal meetings
- Access to my holistic resources library for the childbearing years
- Curated referrals to holistic birth workers and professionals
- On call from 37 weeks
- Doula support for labor and immediate postpartum
- Two postpartum meetings
- Two nourishing postpartum meals
- Available for prenatal & postpartum phone support daily 9am-5pm up until the final postpartum meeting
- Backup doula available
- Photos and videos in birth if desired and when possible
- Travel farther than 45 miles from Chesnee will add a travel fee of $900.
The Nourished Mother Package— $2100-3100
(RECOMMENDED for first time homebirthing plans and for unassisted birth plans)
Includes:
- 5-7 two hour prenatal meetings
- Physiological Birth Education included in our prenatal meetings
- Holistic health coaching
- Access to my holistic resources library for the childbearing years
- Curated referrals to holistic birth workers and professionals
- On call from 37 weeks
- Doula support for labor and immediate postpartum
- Three 2 hour postpartum meetings
- Three nourishing postpartum meals
- Available for prenatal & postpartum phone support daily 9am-5pm up until the final postpartum meeting
- Backup birth doula available
- Photos and videos in birth if desired and when possible
- Travel farther than 45 miles from Chesnee will add a travel fee of $1000.
Physiological Birth Education— $530
- 5-7 two hour educational sessions in person or virtually via Zoom
- Covers:
- 1. Foundations of Physiological Birth
- 2. Holistic Lifestyle Preparation
- 3. Homebirth Environment and Setup
- 4. Labor Intensity Support
- 5. Conscious and Informed Decision-Making
- 6. Preparing for the Unexpected
- 7. Immediate Postpartum and Newborn Care
- 8. Postpartum Planning
- 9. Integration and Story
- Access to my holistic resources library for the childbearing years
- Curated referrals to holistic birth workers and professionals (for local families)
Virtual Coaching for Homebirthing Families— $1500
- Bi-weekly 1.5-2 hour prenatal meetings
- Physiological Birth Education included in our prenatal meetings
- Holistic health coaching
- Access to my holistic resources library for the childbearing years
- Curated referrals to holistic birth workers and professionals (for local families)
- Available for prenatal & postpartum phone support daily 9am-5pm up until the final postpartum meeting
- Two postpartum meetings
- LABOR SUPPORT NOT INCLUDED
Other Offerings (please inquire for more information)
- Perinatal support (I offer prenatal and postpartum support as standalone offerings as well)
- Nurturing touch
- Plant remedies
- Postpartum meals
- Village Prenatals and Women’s Gatherings
- Lending library
- Birth story debriefing
- Birth planning
- Fertility planning
- Health coach
- Spiritual support
Some offerings can be facilitated virtually- please inquire through email: ariannatomak.work@gmail.com
Disclaimer: I do not provide medical care or advice. I provide informational resources when needed so that you can make the choice that feels right to you. I am not medically trained and am not a substitute for medical care. I support unassisted home births as a doula for families who take full responsibility for their decisions, and it will be assumed so.