“For when a child is born the mother also is born again.” – Gilbert Parker
Birthing persons deserve the same tender love and care they provide for their little ones. As a postpartum doula, I have the privilege of serving new and expanding families by providing the following:
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
- Active listening and encouragement for new parents
- Trauma-informed care
- Postpartum mood disorder referrals
EVIDENCE-BASED INFORMATION + SUPPORT
- Soothing techniques
- Tools for successful breastfeeding, bottle feeding + formula feeding
- Newborn behavior + bonding
PRACTICAL SUPPORT
- Gentle guidance for bathing, clothing + baby wearing
- Light housework including laundry, dishwashing + meal prep
- Overnight assistance to ensure parent rest
PARTNER + SIBLING SUPPORT
- Introduction + adjustment to the newest family member(s)
BELLY CASTING (AT 35+ WEEKS GESTATION)
- Up to 2 hours application and drying time
- Choose from a belly bowl or belly and bust mold
- Complete with a hand-painted design