Postpartum Support
rest | recovery | care for the whole family
First 40 Days
“Cultures throughout the world have long recognized there is something magical about the first six weeks of life. Many cultures have a custom by which the mother is given lots of support and rest and is freed from all responsibilities except learning to care for . . . her baby.
Some cultures refer to this as ‘one moon cycle’ others as ‘the first forty days.’“
– The Breastfeeding Book, By Martha Sears, William Sears
Rest and Recovery
Pregnant folks and their families don’t always have the support of their entire communities. Today, we are often geographically separated from our families and disconnected from our communities. I work to bridge the gap in support during this time of transition.
Postpartum doula care takes place in your home during the fourth trimester and support can vary greatly by each individual family's needs. As your postpartum doula I can offer information and companionship in a judgment free safe space, and help with baby while you recover from giving birth.
What's Included
Physical, emotional, and informational support
Newborn care/hygiene support
New parent care & support
Infant feeding support
Help with infant care to allow parents to rest/shower
Meal & snack prep
Light housework/dishes/laundry
Older sibling/pet care
Some errands
Email/phone support
Access to my lending library
I believe every person who wants a doula should have access to one. If cost is a barrier please contact me
Investment
I offer tiered pricing in an effort to make my doula services accessible to as many folks as possible while also balancing my own finances. Your contract will give you the chance to select the best match for your situation. No proof of income or verification is necessary. This is the honor system, rooted in the values of community care. I trust that most folks are trying to do the right thing, and this includes honoring my time and value as a birth worker, while also honoring your financial capacity.
A one time travel fee of $150 will apply to clients outside of 1 hour travel distance
Gift certificates are available if you would like to give the gift of doula support OR add to your registry
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Daytime Support
8am - 8pm
billed at $40/hour -
Overnight Support
8pm - 8am
billed at $45/hour -
Nanny Placement
Please contact me for details
Doula Scholarships
Are you seeking doula support but don't have the means to invest? I am a proud board member of Cape Fear Area Doulas and we are passionate about serving our community regardless of ability to pay. We raise funds to offer full birth and postpartum support scholarships. Any local pregnant person is eligible to apply. Scholarships are primarily given to low-income families, single parents, and birthing or postpartum people facing hardships.