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Postpartum Support 

What is a postpartum doula?

 

As a postpartum doula, I enable the new mother to recover from pregnancy and birth and facilitate the transition to parenthood for both parents by supplying reliable and factual information, reassurance, and hands-on support with the new baby, older children and household organization and cooking.

 

My goal is to nurture the whole family. As Barbara Katz Rothman, PhD says, "Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers - strong competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength."

 

 

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Postpartum Rates: 

A visit is a minimum of two hours, but the length and frequency of visits are up to you!  Some families prefer a 4-hour booking per week, while others prefer more frequent 2-hour sessions.

 

$35/Hour for my Mama's who I was their birth doula

$40/Hour for my Mama's who hired me just as their postpartum doula

$45/Between 6pm-6am

  

Please let me know if you are struggling financially, I am sure we can find a solution!

 

Baby didn't like the swing or car seat and was unable to fall asleep on his own making it a long and tiring day of holding, walking, bouncing and rocking while my husband was at work. Janice helped with baby care so I could shower or go to the bathroom - things I had taken for granted! Janice was very knowledgeable and it was great to have her support during a very challenging part of being a new parent. 

Alexandra Lee, Victoria, BC

Baby 2.5 months

How a postpartum doula can support your family:  

  • Caring for mother, baby or siblings 

  • Preparing meals or snacks, such as baked goods, fruit and veggie plates, cheese and crackers etc. 

  • Light housework, such as dishes, sweeping, laundry, organizing or toy tidy

  • Assisting with breastfeeding or setting up a nursing corner

  • Walking pets

  • Playing with baby and/or siblings

 

Each family is unique and requires different types of support.  We discuss your overall need and your goals for each visit.  My intention is to provide as much support as possible. 

 

Please contact me for a free consultation to discuss your family's needs.  

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