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Postpartum doulas have the special role of mothering the new mother after the birth of her baby, whereas Birth Doulas assist women throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
Postpartum doulas are skilled and knowledgeable about the care and development of infants as well as maternal recovery and adjustment. We provide non-judgmental guidance on newborn care and feeding, assist the mother with physical and emotional recovery, care for baby so mother can care for herself, and provide practical household assistance.
Postpartum doulas do not provide medical services or treatments for mother or baby, nor do we provide heavy housekeeping. Postpartum doulas support whatever parenting style you choose. We assist you with your needs making it easier for you to parent your new baby.
BENEFITS OF CARE
BENEFITS OF CARE
Increases success of breastfeeding
Facilitates parent-infant bonding
Decreases incidence of postpartum depression
Encourages appropriate well-baby and mother care
Increases parents’ confidence in their parenting skills
Source: Nurturing Beginnings, by Debra Pascali-Bonaro
Consultation
Consultation
All Postpartum services include 1 consultation before baby is born to determine your family’s needs. I am also available for phone consultation and support when I am away from your home.
Support for Birthing Person
Making sure mother is nourished and rested, providing feeding support (help with latch, positions, and education), unconditional and nonjudgmental emotional support.
Support for Newborn
Assistance with infant care techniques such as bathing, umbilical care, information and education on diapering, and soothing strategies. I can provide baby care so parents can sleep, shower, or care for other children.
Support for Family and Home
Meal prep, light housework, laundry, caring for other children, assistance with using and cleaning pumps, milk storage, any task you need to make the transition to your new baby easier.
Day Time Support
Day Time Support
$20 per hour
$180 for 8 hours
$280 for 12 hours
(hours can be used over multiple visits)
Overnight Support
Overnight Support
The same services as above, however, during the night while you sleep. I can bring baby to your for feeding, but will care for them and put to sleep so you are able to get the rest your body so deserves!
$30 per hour
$350 for 12 hours
(hours can be used over multiple visits)
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