SUPPORTING YOUR POSTPARTUM
JOURNEY FROM START TO FINISH
what do doulas do?
what do doulas do?
Believe it or not, this is our most asked question.
Doulas promote rest + healing for the new mother by providing services such as postpartum education and breastfeeding/lactation assistance. Lending a hand in light household chores- such as meal preparation, laundry etc. to ensure that those precious early moments of a new addition in the household are never missed. Doulas assist in baby bonding and allow for a seamless transition.
We are your hype women, your support team. We are here to ensure a happy, well-fed and rested household, allowing the whole family to thrive. We are here to help you heal.
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Postpartum Education/Assistance
-Curated care for mom & baby.
-Special attention on mom’s recovery & emotional/physical needs.
-Assistance establishing a newfound routine for family.
-Education/support on minimizing/avoiding postpartum mood disorders. Referring additional professional help/resources if needed.
-Involving siblings in care to facilitate transitioning/bonding.
-Encouragement & endless support providing a restful, soothing environment.
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Breastfeeding/Lactation Support
-Offering education/latching techniques for breastfeeding. Resources available for additional referrals.
-Around the clock support with feedings.
-Caring for baby between feedings to promote maximum rest for mom/family.
-Providing snacks throughout day/night to ensure mom stays well fed + hydrated (especially important for breastfeeding mamas).
-Assistance with formula or breastmilk preparation/storage.
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Meal Preparation
-Curated meal plans to fit family’s needs.
-Grocery/food pickup.
-Food preparation to promote stress-free meal times.
-Stock ready-to-make/freezer meals for days when we’re not there.
-Provide nutrition-filled, easy-to-grab, yummy snacks for those in between feedings or busy moments/days.
-Education on nutritional requirements/goals for postpartum recovery and healing.
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Light Household Chores
-Tidying up living spaces to ensure a calm/restful environment.
-Maintaining a comfortable environment by keeping mom’s go-to items easily accessible (water bottle, pillows, snacks, burp cloths etc.)
-Laundry assistance for the family.
-Cloth diaper washing/care.
-Bottle cleaning/sanitizing, keeping a supply readily available.
-Assistance with simple errands outside of the home.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE,
AND WE WANT TO BE YOURS.
FAQs
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This seems silly, but a lot of people feel doulas are for only “those kinds of moms”. We’re here to correct that stereotype. Our goal is to serve your needs and promote your healing, however that may look for you!
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This varies per family. There is no right or wrong amount of time to have a doula for. We curate services to your individual family needs. Our packages are designed to appeal to the most typical time frames, from just a few hours- up to 12 weeks time (or longer, if needed). If you’re unsure about how long you should book, see the ‘Packages + Prices’ tab for examples on how the hours can be spread out. Reach out to discuss more personalized scheduling.
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We recommend booking at least 3 months or more from your due date. This ensures availability for the hours/schedule you request. With that being said, we understand that last minute bookings are sometimes unavoidable, and we will do our best to work with you accordingly!
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During your prenatal meeting (that’s included in each package), you will get an opportunity to meet and get to know us, so that you can feel comfortable before your services start. We strive to keep a consistent doula with you throughout your entire healing process. However, if circumstances change, we will communicate that with you as soon as possible.
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No problem! Transitions are hard. We understand that circumstances change and that you may want us around for a bit longer! Just contact your doula to discuss extension plans, whether it’s for a few hours or a whole package.