What is a Postpartum Doula?

A postpartum doula is an extra set of hands in the home as the family adjusts to having a new baby. She assists with emotional support, lactation education, light chores, and teaches newborn care. Her goal is to assist in the transition period and inspire parents and family members to move forward feeling confident and empowered.

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Benefits:

• Increased confidence in your ability to care for your newborn

• Family members feel more confident in their new roles

• Better baby-parent interaction

• Increased and better sleep 

• Better bond between birth person and baby

• Help with siblings

• Help family maintain previous schedules and commitments and/or help them establish a new routine

• Creates a more peaceful home environment

• Greater breastfeeding success

• Decreased postpartum depression

• Assistance in navigating postpartum emotions

• Greater sense of empowerment

• Increased ability to make educated decisions about the care of your child

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What to Expect:

• Ongoing support, communication and consultation during the weeks following childbirth 

• Referrals and support during the entire fourth trimester

• 24 hour on call availability during the four weeks surrounding your baby's estimated birth date

• Physical and emotional support during the postpartum healing period

• A grounding, nurturing presence and an extra set of hands

• Help with simple chores and errands (dishes, baby laundry, light meal prep, organizing baby items)

• Assistance and education of newborn care (bathing, diapering, baby wearing, carseat education)

• Someone to talk to who understands, cares, does not pass judgement, and can answer questions

• Breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding support 

• Evidence based information and services

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*This service may be adapted to be provided virtually for a lesser investment if need be.

This is a wonderful gift to place on your registry! 

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