A postpartum doula is there to help a new family in those first days and weeks after bringing home a new baby. Research shows that moms, dads and babies have an easier time with this transition if a good support team is in place.
She provides…
- Education on postpartum issues
- Guidance with newborn care and feeding
- Sibling care
- Breastfeeding support and tips
- Emotional support and nurturing for the new mother
- Help with postpartum care (ie: preparing herbal sitz baths, foot soaks, belly binding, etc)
- Healthy and nutritious meals and/or meal planning
- Very light housekeeping (ie: light laundry and folding, tidying up)
Services for a family last anywhere from a few days, up to a few weeks after bringing home a new baby.
Postpartum doulas assist during the day, but also during the night to help the family transition more smoothly into the challenges of night time parenting.