Who uses Doula Services?

Joanne was wonderful to work with. Even before the birth she was always available to talk to regarding the birth plan, etc. She was always upbeat and positive even when I went past my due date and I thought my pregnancy was never going to end. She had a multitude of suggestions of comfort measures for the actual birth. She kept up a constant stream of reassurance.
—A birth Mother

Joanne was so wonderful and caring when we brought our baby home. She helped with our older daughter and was very knowledgeable about newborn care and new mom care! I would recommend her highly to anyone!!!—A postpartum Mother

Doula / Postpartum ...

Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each family and are typically arranged from 4-5 hours per day up to 12 weeks after birth. "First Night" and "Overnight Service" are also available.

  • Personal care and rest for the new mother
  • Newborn care and education as requested
  • Breast / bottle feeding support and guidance
  • Sibling care and adjustment
  • Meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry
  • Care of multiples, premature babies and
    special need infants
  • Community resources and referrals

Also Offered ...

Pregnancy Bedrest Care . . . especially for mothers who need help with household chores and sibling care

Labor Support (Birth) Doula . . . prenatal visits to discuss your bith plan. Continuous physical and emotional support for the birthing woman and her partner during labor and delivery and the immediate postpartum period.

Family Care Assistants . . . provides a helping hand with childcare and household support either when the special expertise of a postpartum doula is no longer required or used in combination with doula services; can be used for overnight care and prenatally.

Infant Massage . . . Learn safe and effective techniques that help babies relax and relieve common physical discomforts. Massage will improve digestion and colic, increase muscle tone and coordination, stimulate the immune, circulatory and nervous systems, aid in growth and development, and improve baby's sleep patterns. Instruction is offered by a Certified Infant Massage Instructor and can be booked for a private session or in a class environment .

Breastfeeding Class . . . Whether you are a first time mum or this is a refresher class for you, come and join us as we discuss what works and doesn't during your breastfeeding relationship with your baby.   Are you going back to work? Get useful advice on pumping and storage.  You will benefit from the support that only an experienced educator and other breastfeeding mothers can offer you.

Newborn Care Class. . . We will discuss and demonstrate all aspects of newborn care including diapering, feeding, umbilical and circumcision care.   Baby supplies ~ what you can and cannot live without.  Expectations and reality of life with a newborn - sleep patterns, crying, feeding etc.

Doula Training Class . . . Call for details; classes are held throughout the year.

 


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