Postnatal Doula Support

Who is this service for?

This service is aimed at supporting you in the initial days and weeks after the birth of your baby/babies (the fourth trimester). The arrival of a newborn brings with it a lot of change and mix of emotions that might leave you unsure of your capabilities as a new parent. I am here to nurture you and support you to grow in confidence. My support allows you to get some rest, support you in the early stages of finding out what works for you and developing your own family culture.

What is included?

My postnatal doula packages consist of either day or overnight doula support. A package of visits to suit your needs and support you from as soon after your baby is born to help you recover, rest and settle into life with your new baby/babies. I can also signpost you to support and services such as:

• A lactation consultant
• Postnatal massage
• A placenta specialist
• Nutritional therapy
• Counselling
• Homeopathy
• Baby massage
• New parent support groups

All packages include:

• One free consultation to discuss your needs, proposed schedule, and to ensure compatibility
• A prenatal visit at your home to get acquainted with your space and further discuss postnatal planning
• Baby care education and support
• Feeding support
• Unlimited phone, text, and email contact should you have any questions or need any support in-between visits
• I agree to work with you on a pre-determined schedule, subject to availability and mutually agreeable hours including a scheduling agreement at least one week in advance

Daytime Doula Support

• Continuous physical and emotional support
• Preparing simple, nutritious meals as needed
• Maintaining simple housework
• Caring for baby or siblings so that you can rest and recover
• Light grocery shopping/ errand running
• Referrals to other professionals as needed
• 4-hour minimum shift for each day of work

Overnight Doula Support

• Continuous physical and emotional support
• Taking care of your baby/babies for 9 hours overnight to help you maximise your sleep time
• Bottle-feeding your baby or bringing them over to you for breastfeeding/chest-feeding, changing their nappies and settling them back to sleep
• Completing any light chores (such as loading the dishwasher, laundry, tidying) to help organise your home for when you start your day in the morning