Loving Support When Baby Comes Home

 

I believe a baby can only truly relax once the parents get support and can relax themselves. All families need support after a baby is born. Sometimes that support comes from friends and family. Often in our busy lives those trusted people are not available.

 

As a Postpartum Doula I can support your family and offer what I have learned from years of experience. Prior to making your final decision about my Postpartum Doula Services, I offer you:

• One free phone consultation

• Free in person consultation/interview

 

Provided Services:

 

• Overnight Care (8 hour minimum)

• Daytime Care (4 hour minimum)

• Breastfeeding/Bottle Feeding Support & Assistance

• Newborn Care Guidance & Assistance

• Bathing, Diaper changes, Swaddling, Picking up on babies cues, Developmental Milestones, Sleep, etc.

• Physical support & tools to aid in recovery after vaginal birth or c-section

• Light Housekeeping

• Laundry, Cleaning Kitchen, Running Errands, Meal Preparation

 

Training and Credentials

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It is important to me to stay up-to-date on the ever-chaning world of postpartum care and famiies' experiences. Here are some examples of the trainings I have completed and continue to pursue annually:

• Breastsleeping with James McKenna

• Infant and Early Childhood Trauma: Core Concepts & Tools to Build Resilience

• Life After the NICU – NAPS event

• Baby wearing – NAPS event

• NW Doula Conference – yearly event

• Lactation Educator Training

• PSI of Washington Conferences

• Postpartum Doula Training

 

Additional Reading

 

The Postpartum Doula's Role in Maternity Care