I also offer continuing daytime support through your postpartum journey. A postpartum doula has an understanding for the needs of the family and the home.

The look of this support can be tailored to your specific needs but the following are usually included:

• Providing recommendations and referrals

• Emotional support of parenting choices

• Encouragement and positive affirmation during this new chapter of your lives

• Hands on education on newborn care:

  • Normal newborn behavior

  • Newborn appearance

  • Cord and circumcision care

  • Sleep habits

  • Feeding

  • Bathing

  • Establishing a good “Eat, Wake, Sleep” routine

  • Dressing Baby

  • When to call the doctor

• Offering breastfeeding counseling that encompasses:

  • Advanced breastfeeding education

  • Help recognizing what is normal or when you need specialized care from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

  • Help with comfortable positions for mom and baby

  • Establishing helpful routines

  • Establishing a good latch

  • Establishing a good milk supply

  • Learning to use your pump

  • Proper milk storage

• Offering household help including but not limited to:

• Preparation of bottles and washing/sterilizing

• Organizing the nursery

• Light house work and laundry

• Creating shopping lists

• Nearby errands

• Light meal preparation