Postpartum Doula Services

Life with a new baby can be hard. I'm here to help!

Welcoming a new baby into your life can be  beautiful and joyous, but it can also be an intense and even overwhelming time.  Unfortunately, most parents just don't have support to ease the load enough.  I want to change that for you.

What does a postpartum doula actually do?

I show up on the scene at your home ready to nurture you and your family in whatever ways you need most.  While there I will show you and your partner expert tips and tricks for caring for your baby and yourself, answer your questions, and help connect you with any other resources that would be helpful for your unique situation.

Every family's needs and wants are different, but often postpartum care with me involves:

  • Comfort and Coping
    • Helping ease common postpartum discomforts
    • Processing your birth and new parenting experience
    • Teaching you specific mental/emotional coping skills to get through the rough stuff
    • Helping you rally your built-in support system
    • Referring you to other supports as necessary
  • Practical help
    • Folding laundry and other light household duties
    • Light meal/fool prep
    • Entertaining older children
    • Running errands
    • Basically doing the essentials so you can focus on what really matters: bonding with your baby and taking care of yourself
    • But also: managing baby for a bit if you just want to get a shower or a nap in peace
  • Building Your Confidence
    • Evidence-based education on anything from safe baby-wearing  or co-sleeping, to the pros and cons of baby feeding options, so you can feel confident in your parenting choices
    • Basic lactation assessments and help to get breastfeeding off to a good start - and/or - learning the ins and outs of proper bottle feeding
    • Lots of handy resources and information sheets
    • Encouragement, encouragement, encouragement!

Plenty of people want to hold the baby. I'm here to "hold" you.

Some people question if paying for a postpartum doula is really worth it, but the real question is, "is trying to navigate this on our own really worth it?"

 

So many new parents in the U.S. today find themselves emotional, isolated, doubting their abilities, confused by conflicting advice, pressured to "get back to normal," and exhausted from trying to juggle all the expectations.  Lack of family support, inaccurate information, and our healthcare system all leave huge gaps for new families to struggle through.

 

Thankfully, that doesn't have to be your story!  Choosing to invest in a postpartum doula is an investment in your best "new baby story," with a compassionate, knowledgeable professional who is right there in the trenches with you.

Get ready to be nurtured and empowered in your parenting role, and become a more confident parent!

 

  1. Click "BOOK MY FREE CONSULT" below to set up a free consultation!  I will give you a call so we can set up a time and place that works for you.  There is no obligation involved.
  2. We meet (in person or virtually) for our consultation and get to know each other.  I'll answer your questions, find out your postpartum plans, and we can feel out if we think we would be a good fit.  Still no obligation.
  3. When you're ready, you fill out the Agreement form, pay the deposit, and enjoy having a built-in expert and friend who can support you via phone, text, and visits right where the action is--in your home.

More questions about what this looks like?

You can click here to see the terms of the Agreement mentioned above.  It will answer many questions about cost, payment timing, scheduling, what exactly to expect from your doula, etc.  Specially discounted package options for multiple services are also listed near the bottom of this page.

 

Fill out the form today, and let's set up our consultation!

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Babywearing Education
Breastfeeding Help
Postpartum Family

Silver Package

If you know you want a birth doula, but have taken GentleBirth childbirth or other similar classes before, this is the best start for you!

  • 2-3 Prenatal Appointments at 32, 36, and 41 wks
  • Accompaniment to one appointment with your care provider
  • Call/text support throughout pregnancy
  • Continuous, in-person physical and emotional support throughout labor and birth
  • Amateur photography/video during birth (if desired, and there is opportunity)
  • Birthsource Lending Library Access
  • 1 Postpartum Visit around 1-2 weeks postpartum

COST: $600

Gold Package

A doula can be a vital tool, but they are no substitute for a comprehensive class to understand birth, all of your options, and working to be calm, confident, and in control.  If you aren't well practiced with mindfulness, affirmations, and very studied up on birth, then you definitely want this package!

  • Everything in the Silver Package +
  • Discounted access to the must-have Gentlebirth workshop. You can't afford to miss this class!

COST: $800

Rose Gold Package

If the Gold Package sounded great, and you also lack a practical and emotional support system for adjusting to new parenthood, then this package checks all the boxes! 

  • Everything in the Gold Package +
  • 12 hours of in-home postpartum doula support so you don't feel alone in the transition. The best value by far!

COST: $965

What if someone was taking care of you, too?

"[My return on investment in doula care was] being supported throughout my pregnancy and beyond by someone who really cared and had experience to be able to provide that support. The part most valuable to me was the postpartum care visits and Kailyn’s accessibility."

-Amelia

"Kailyn’s kind and gentle spirit made her the best choice!"

-Bethany R.

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW HAVING A BIRTH DOULA CAN SET YOU UP FOR A BETTER POSTPARTUM