Postpartum Doula Services
Having a Postpartum Doula from One Moon Doula Services Provides You With
Peace of Mind
When you don’t know what to expect, we can provide the right support to help you through stressful situations.
Extra Hands
When you can’t be everywhere at once (for laundry, cooking, tending to baby or siblings, etc.).
Up-to-Date Information
Stay informed about newborn development and postpartum health.
Nonjudgmental Support
When every book and friend tell you something different, we’re there for you.
How-Tos
When you want to learn about baby-wearing, pumping, feeding, swaddling, etc., we can educate and empower you.
Reassurance
The challenges are normal – and temporary! We provide guidance to help you stay positive.
Problem Solving
When you need help with organization, siblings, feeding challenges, back-to-work transitions, etc. – we can provide solutions to fit your specific situation.
Compassion
We understand the magnitude of this change in your life and how it will impact you and your family.
Most families hire a postpartum doula or newborn care specialist to provide support in the home multiple times per week, for a few weeks or months after birth.
Some families target their support for daytime shifts, some for overnights, and many families choose a combination. We recommend at least 6 weeks of support whenever possible, but families schedule anywhere from 4 weeks to 4 months of support.
Once you have chosen your preferred doula from our vetted network, they will be on call and ready to provide services from 37 weeks gestation, or 34 weeks if you’re expecting multiples. (Even if the baby or babies come sooner than expected, we’re adept at pooling our resources to cover some gaps until they can start the agreed upon schedule). If questions or concerns arise, either the agency owner or your doula will be available to you via phone or email throughout your pregnancy and postpartum. We also have a network of local professionals if you need or desire other services and support.
We recommend you register with our agency at least four to six months in advance in order for us to match you with the best fit! That said, we hear from families at all stages and we work our magic as soon as you’re ready.
Postpartum Doula Services Can Include
Assistance with Newborn Care
Someone you can trust with your newborn while you catch up on sleep, take a walk or a shower, or spend some quality time with a sibling/s
Parent Education
Answers to your questions about swaddling, bathing, baby-wearing, breastfeeding, bottlefeeding, sleep safety, and more
Feeding Issues
Breastfeeding support; bottle-feeding information; pumping and storing breastmilk; introducing solids, going back to work
Healing Tips
And comfort measures for the mother after childbirth.
Tools and Tips
To assess or prevent postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety
Errands, Food Preparation, and Light Housekeeping
Meal planning or meal preparation; errands or online orders; extra hands for taking out the trash, sweeping or vacuuming; restoring order and beauty to the space around you
Guidance
For a spouse or other family members in adapting to their role.
Companionship
Someone to listen to your concerns, frustrations, or joys.
Sibling Transition
Activities to occupy a sibling or siblings, as well as tips for helping them adjust to life with baby/ies!
Organizational and Logistical Strategies and Support
Preparing the home and optimizing your physical space; utilizing the equipment that’s best for your family’s needs; designing a schedule or routine that works for you
Connections
To local resources such as classes, support groups, and other professionals and services
Back-to-Work Planning
For either or both parents, including help finding childcare, strategies for pumping at work or transitioning to formula, logistics of a new schedule, etc.
Postpartum Doula Services Can Include
Assistance with Newborn Care
Someone you can trust with your newborn while you catch up on sleep, take a walk or a shower, or spend some quality time with a sibling/s
Parent Education
Answers to your questions about swaddling, bathing, baby-wearing, breastfeeding, bottlefeeding, sleep safety, and more
Feeding Issues
Breastfeeding support; bottle-feeding information; pumping and storing breastmilk; introducing solids, going back to work
Healing Tips
And comfort measures for the mother after childbirth.
Tools and Tips
To assess or prevent postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety
Errands, Food Preparation, and Light Housekeeping
Meal planning or meal preparation; errands or online orders; extra hands for taking out the trash, sweeping or vacuuming; restoring order and beauty to the space around you
Guidance
For a spouse or other family members in adapting to their role.
Companionship
Someone to listen to your concerns, frustrations, or joys.
Sibling Transition
Activities to occupy a sibling or siblings, as well as tips for helping them adjust to life with baby/ies!
Organizational and Logistical Strategies and Support
Preparing the home and optimizing your physical space; utilizing the equipment that’s best for your family’s needs; designing a schedule or routine that works for you
Connections
To local resources such as classes, support groups, and other professionals and services
Back-to-Work Planning
For either or both parents, including help finding childcare, strategies for pumping at work or transitioning to formula, logistics of a new schedule, etc.
Speak with our director to determine what kind of support is best for you!
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