About me

Hello! My name is Karen Kelly and I am proud to be DONA certified postpartum doula located in Ellicott City, Maryland. I am passionate about supporting families during the fourth trimester. I have been providing professional postpartum support since 2018 and have had the privilege of supporting over 75 families. I specialize in daytime support in order to have the greatest impact on helping new parents gain skills and confidence in their new role. I provide the emotional and practical support that new parents need in order to lighten their load and meet their parenting goals.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Anthropology from St Mary's College of Maryland (1989)

Certification and training

Certified Postpartum Doula DONA (2019)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA International Member and Ambassador for Maryland

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Specialties

Languages

English

Service introduction

Postpartum support will look different for each family and what I do each visit will change according to your specific needs but my goal is always to promote parent/infant bonding while creating balance and calm in the home. A typical postpartum support visit will include support in several of the following categories: Listen to and help you process your birth story Address questions and concerns about newborn care and postpartum adjustment Discuss postpartum mood changes and screen for postpartum mood disorders Offer sincere encouragement as you adjust to your new parental role Postpartum Nutrition- I have a special interest in postpartum nutrition and love to support my clients by preparing delicious meals and snacks that will nurture their recovering body and support breastfeeding success (if that is how they chose to feed their baby). Infant feeding, soothing, sleep and care support - I will help you gain confidence in feeding and caring for your newborn using evidence based information and your parenting goals Baby wearing- I can help you learn to use the babywearing wraps and carriers you have or suggest ones to try. Babywearing is a wonderful tool to have in the first year of your baby’s life. Postpartum recovery and comfort measures- A nap, shower, or herbal sitz bath are all wonderful ways I help to support your postpartum recovery and comfort. Household management support- laundry, kitchen tidying, bottle and breast pump cleaning and sterilizing, nursery organization help Sibling support - I enjoy giving older siblings time and attention in your home while you rest or care for your newborn. Referrals to local and national parenting practitioners and support

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