Postpartum Doula

Present health care practices and a lack of cultural rituals leave families virtually unsupported at this important time in

their lives. There is a great deal of evidence suggesting that quality support can ease the transition that comes with the

addition of a baby to the family. By educating; attending to the needs of the parents, infant and children; and by offering

quality referral information, the postpartum doula can ease and enhance the postpartum experience. Every family can

benefit from the support and encouragement offered by a doula during the fourth trimester.

Services offered as Postpartum Doula

A Postpartum Doula works with each family individually to find out their particular needs. Some of the postpartum services that a doula will perform include:

Breastfeeding support

Help with the emotional and physical recovery after birth

Rebozo Postpartum massage and closing of the bones

Vaginal Steaming

Belly Binding 

Light housekeeping 

Running errands

Assistance with newborn care such as diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting

Light meal preparation

Baby soothing techniques, sleep routine  

Sibling care

Referrals to local resources