Compassionate, Holistic Care After Birth The postpartum period is a time of significant physical, emotional, and mental adjustments as you transition into parenthood. Whether you're recovering from a vaginal birth or cesarean section, dealing with the challenges of breastfeeding, or navigating the emotional changes that often come with this time, we are here to support you every step of the way. Our doulas provide personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based postpartum care to help you recover, heal, and thrive during this special but sometimes overwhelming time.
What Our Postpartum Support Includes: Emotional and Mental Health Support:
Reassurance and Encouragement: The postpartum period can feel isolating, and our doulas are here to provide the emotional support you need. We help you navigate feelings of joy, overwhelm, and everything in between, offering a non-judgmental and understanding presence.
Supporting Mental Health: We understand that postpartum mood changes are common, and we can offer strategies to support your emotional well-being. If you experience postpartum depression or anxiety, we are here to provide a listening ear and connect you with additional resources and support as needed.
Creating Space for Your Feelings: We encourage open discussions about your mental and emotional health, ensuring that you feel validated and supported in your journey.
Physical Recovery and Care:
Guidance on Physical Healing: After birth, your body is going through significant recovery. We provide practical support and information on how to care for yourself during this time, including tips on pelvic rest, managing postpartum bleeding, perineal care, and C-section recovery.
Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Support: Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or combination feeding, our doulas provide evidence-based guidance and hands-on assistance to help you feel confident in your feeding choices. We offer support with latch issues, milk supply, and establishing a feeding routine that works for you and your baby.
Postpartum Exercise and Movement: Gentle movement and stretching can promote healing, reduce discomfort, and improve your mood. We provide guidance on when and how to safely incorporate movement into your recovery routine.
Newborn Care and Parent Education:
Infant Care Support: We assist with newborn care, including diapering, bathing, sleep strategies and soothing techniques, giving you the tools and confidence you need as a new parent.
Sleep Strategies: Getting rest as a new parent is challenging. We offer practical advice on establishing sleep for both you and your baby, and we can suggest gentle techniques to promote better sleep for everyone in the household.
Bonding with Your Baby: We help create a nurturing environment for you to bond with your baby, whether through skin-to-skin contact, infant massage, or baby-wearing. We understand the importance of attachment and help you foster a strong connection with your newborn.
Self-Care: Taking care of yourself is essential for being able to care for your baby. Our doulas offer advice on how to prioritize self-care, even in small moments, whether through rest, healthy eating, or finding moments of relaxation.
Partner and Family Support: The postpartum journey involves the whole family, and we offer guidance to partners and family members, helping them to be supportive while respecting your needs. We also encourage open communication about roles, expectations, and boundaries as your family adjusts to new dynamics.
Why Postpartum Support is Important:
Promoting Healing: Postpartum support helps ensure that you recover physically and emotionally, so you can fully enjoy the early days with your baby.
Encouraging Bonding: A strong bond between parent and baby is foundational to your child's development, and our doulas help foster this connection.
Empowerment and Confidence: With support from a trained doula, you can navigate the challenges of the postpartum period with confidence, feeling empowered in your new role as a parent.
Our doulas are here to help you feel supported, heard, and cared for during this important time. Whether you're experiencing joy, challenges, or both, we provide the guidance and nurturing you need to thrive as a new parent.
