
Postpartum Doula Care
The fourth trimester is a time when healing, rest, and recovery are of utmost importance. However along with these needs comes a time of immense change, emotions, and demands. It's a period of routine being broken down and over time seeing a new routine, and life emerge. Many parents to be spend their 9(ish) months of pregnancy preparing for the day their baby will arrive, but put very little thought into what happens in the days, weeks, and months that follow. For those who are not prepared, it can be especially daunting and even if you think you are prepared, the changes can feel much more powerful than could be imagined. When a baby is born, so is a mother and just as that baby needs to be cared for and nurtured, so does the new mother. As your postpartum doula I will be there to tend to you and your needs, and guide you through this extremely transformative phase of life.
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Postpartum support will look very different for each woman and her family. What services you will require will depend on your wants and needs. Below is a sample of the myriad ways I am able to support you. Please fill out the contact form for additional information on packages and pricing.
Mother Care
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Assist with postpartum healing & education
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Prepare herbal sitz baths
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Casual massage to promote relaxation
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Facilitation of self care, time alone or with partner
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Assist with light movement or walks
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Sleep support
Infant Care
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Education and assistance with diapering, swaddling, infant massage, bathing, nail care, etc.
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Assistance with bonding and nurturing
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Baby wearing assistance (wraps, slings, soft structured carriers)
Emotional Support
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Listen and assist with processing birth story
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Support and validation of postpartum experience & feelings
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Guidance in navigating new family dynamics
Nourishment
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Postpartum specific meal prep
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Family meal preparation
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Hydration support
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Healing teas & tonics
Feeding Support
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Breastfeeding support
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Pumping support & education
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Bottle feeding tips & tricks
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Education on alternative feeding methods
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Clean and sterilize bottles & pump supplies
Household Support
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Light laundry
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Kitchen clean up
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Organize and tidy bedroom/nursery
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Grocery shopping or other light errands


