Doulas provide women with the care and support they need during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Doulas first gained recognition in the 1970s, when women began to understand the significance of emotional support during childbirth, leading to the emergence of the modern doula movement.

Nowadays, doulas are skilled experts who offer emotional, physical, and informational assistance to women and their families throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They collaborate with medical professionals to help women achieve a positive and empowering birthing experience.

Doulas play a crucial role in providing continuous emotional support, utilizing specific techniques during labor, encouraging families, and enhancing communication between mothers and medical professionals, resulting in reduced rates of cesarean births and other medical interventions during childbirth.

Postpartum Doulas offer families guidance and assistance with newborn feeding, emotional and physical recuperation after childbirth, calming techniques for infants, and strategies for new parents. Additionally, they may assist with minor household chores, meal preparation, and integrating an older child into the new family dynamic.

In my role as a Postpartum Doula, I have received training in various areas, including newborn care such as understanding their needs, behaviors, and cues. I am also knowledgeable in postpartum recovery, physiological recovery, mental health, family support, and developing postpartum plans. Additionally, I am skilled in nurturing and educating clients, supporting sibling and partner transitions, and utilizing effective communication and advocacy skills, as well as evidence-informed educational strategies from Childbirth International in Jan 2024. I keep a current Newborn First Aid and CPR/AED Certification updated yearly along with five previous years in early childhood education experience.

Postpartum Doulas provide a vast array of care and knowledge to new parents and their families. They offer practical assistance by helping with household chores such as laundry, dishes, and meal preparation, as well as assisting in integrating older siblings into the new family routine.

Additionally, Postpartum Doulas offer valuable information and support by sharing evidence-based advice on topics like infant feeding, physical and emotional recovery, and newborn care. They can teach parents soothing techniques, explain typical newborn behaviors, and assist in identifying early signs of postpartum depression.

Moreover, Postpartum Doulas provide emotional support by ensuring that parents feel nurtured and confident in their new roles, aiding in the adjustment to changing family dynamics. They work to enhance self-esteem and compassion, while also reducing the likelihood of postpartum depression.

Furthermore, Postpartum Doulas help parents develop the ability to interpret their baby's cues and understand what their child needs, in addition to offering guidance on breastfeeding. Their holistic approach aims to support families during the postpartum period in various ways.

The approach I take towards postpartum care is comprehensive and hands-on, with a strong emphasis on holistic well-being. This approach prioritizes various aspects such as nutrition, gentle exercise, ample rest, and emotional support to ensure the overall well-being of the mother. Additionally, I advocate for the use of natural remedies like herbal teas, aromatherapy, and essential oils to promote healing and relaxation.

I firmly believe in aiding mothers in their recovery process by encouraging a balanced diet rich in nutrients and allowing plenty of family bonding time for healing and growth. I am adaptable to the needs of each family, offering a flexible approach that can be as involved or hands-off as required.

I make an effort to accommodate as many clients as possible, regardless of their financial situation. I am open to discussing the possibility of working on a sliding scale, depending on my availability and financial constraints.