Postpartum Doula Services
The start of a new family is a very exciting and often challenging time. As a postpartum doula, I provide transitional assistance after your baby's arrival by providing emotional, educational and practical support that is customized to your family's unique needs.
Emotional Support:
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Non-judgemental, nurturing emotional support
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Help you learn and grow into your new role, as a first time parent or learning how to juggle the needs of multiple children.
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Supporting postpartum adjustment by validating what you are feeling at the time.
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Support and referrals for postpartum mood changes.
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Sibling guidance as they adjust to the expanding family.
Education:
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Advising on newborn development.
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Guidance on newborn care including bathing, swaddling, soothing, baby wearing and more.
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Breasfeeding and bottle feeding support.
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Provide community referrals as needed.
Practical Support:
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Helping with childcare so that you can shower, nap or eat a meal.
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Accompanying you on outings as needed, such as doctor's visits, etc.
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Meal preparation and planning.
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Light housekeeping.
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Help with setting up feeding/diapering stations, organizing nursery and newborn clothing, etc.
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Running errands such as grocery store or pharmacy.
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Advising on comfort measures for postpartum healing.
Service Fee:
Please contact me directly to discuss.