Postpartum doula
What is a postpartum doula?
A postpartum doula provides physical, emotional and informational support for a new mother and her family in the immediate postpartum period – the 4th Trimester.
As a postpartum doula, I provide client-centered individualized care for each family, using non-biased, educational and evidence-based information. I am here to help you transition to this new place as smooth as possible. As a mother myself, I understand this special time in your life and the importance of care and support. Following the Biodynamic Model of Care, my primary goal is protecting the well-being of the mother-baby dyad with the least amount of intervention necessary.
Services may include:
In-home pre-natal visit at 36 weeks of pregnancy
Assistance in creating a postpartum plan
Feeding support with an IBCLC - including guidance on positioning and latch, hunger cues, pumping, and paced bottle feeding
Guidance on newborn care, including swaddling, bathing, diapering, baby wearing and soothing
Support in postpartum recovery and healing
Sibling care – integration and playtime
Pet care – walking, feeding and socialization
Light housekeeping, including washing dishes, laundry, tidying, etc.
Preparation of meals, including grocery shopping
Nurturing care for you and your baby, so you can shower, nap or eat a meal, while also focusing on bonding and healing
Non-judgmental and compassionate support for your unique birth and parenting experience
Back up doula services
Support via phone/text/email during care
Resources and referrals as needed
Daytime Support
$40/hour, 4 hour minimum
8am - 8pm
A daytime doula provides nurturing support during the day. I will care for your baby so you can nap, shower, eat a meal, or tend to older children; or I will take care of tasks around the house while you bond with your baby. All while sharing information on infant feeding, newborn care, and other postpartum needs.
Nighttime Support
$45/hour, 8 hour minimum
8pm - 8am
A nighttime doula provides support throughout the night. I will help with bedtime routine, breast and bottle feeding, provide tips for safe sleep, and meet family needs during night wakings, including diaper changes, rocking/soothing, and snacks for mama. Go to sleep knowing your baby is being cared for and wake up more rested.