Supported Birth Care

A postpartum doula is a trained professional with expertise on the transition from pregnancy into parenthood. They provide perspective to help normalize the experience and reduce stress for parents and baby. Studies show that parents spend on average 14-18 hours of childcare in 24 hours in the first few weeks after birth. 

Postpartum doulas can assist parents and newborns once they are home by:

• Baby care (bathing, swaddling, diaper changing and nail trimming)
• Basic breastfeeding support
• Bottle use and care
• Sleep guidance for baby and parents
• Soothing techniques / calming a fussy baby 
• Massage and stretching 
• Proper use of carriers and slings 
• Postpartum care of mom
• Building parenting confidence (by discussing parenting philosophy and what works for each individual family)
• Light housekeeping chores / food preparation / animal care 
• Assist in pediatric appointments / OB appointments / errands
• Parent self care for the baby while you nap, shower, and or run an errand 

**Minimum of 20 hours a week for four weeks

**Additional hours and shifts available