Postpartum services with a MINIMUM OF 4 HOURS to book involve a Postpartum Doula providing support to new parents during the initial stages after childbirth. During these four-hour+ sessions, the doula offers a range of services aimed at assisting parents in adjusting to their new roles and providing care for both the newborn and the mother. These services may include: 1. Emotional Support: The doula provides emotional support to the new parents, offering a compassionate ear and guidance as they navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood. 2. Physical Assistance: The doula assists with physical tasks such as feeding support, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and running errands to alleviate the burden on the parents. 3. Breastfeeding Support: For mothers who choose to breastfeed, the doula offers guidance and assistance with breastfeeding techniques, latch issues, and addressing common concerns. 4. Newborn Care: The doula assists with newborn care tasks such as diaper changes, bathing, soothing techniques, and establishing healthy sleep habits. 5. Education and Resources: The doula provides evidence-based information on postpartum recovery, newborn care, feeding, and other relevant topics. They may also offer referrals to additional resources and support services as needed. By offering a minimum of four hours of support, the doula ensures that new parents receive consistent and substantial assistance during this critical period of adjustment. This level of support can greatly alleviate stress and help parents feel more confident and empowered in their new roles. Rate increase with twins and other multiples!

Overnight newborn care with an 8-hour minimum involves a Postpartum Doula providing support and assistance to parents during the nighttime hours, typically from evening until morning. This service is particularly beneficial for parents who want to maximize their rest and sleep during the night while ensuring that their newborn is well cared for. Here's what overnight newborn care with an 8-hour minimum typically entails: 1. Sleep Support: The Postpartum Doula assists with establishing healthy sleep routines for the newborn, including feeding, diaper changes, and soothing techniques to promote longer stretches of sleep. 2. Feeding Assistance: For breastfeeding mothers, the doula provides support with breastfeeding techniques, latch assistance, and positioning to ensure successful feeding sessions. For bottle-fed babies, the doula can prepare bottles and assist with feeding. 3. Nighttime Care: The doula takes care of all nighttime duties, including diaper changes, soothing the baby back to sleep, and attending to any nighttime feedings. This allows parents to get uninterrupted sleep and restorative rest during the night. 4. Monitoring and Observation: Throughout the night, the doula monitors the newborn's health and well-being, checking for signs of discomfort, illness, or feeding issues. They are trained to recognize any potential concerns and can provide guidance or recommendations as needed. 5. Parental Support: In addition to caring for the newborn, the doula offers emotional support and reassurance to parents, especially during the vulnerable postpartum period. They provide a listening ear, answer questions, and offer guidance on newborn care and postpartum recovery. 6. Household Tasks: While the primary focus is on caring for the newborn, the doula may also assist with light household tasks such as washing baby bottles, pump parts and tidying up the nursery, By offering overnight newborn care with an 8-hour minimum, the Postpartum Doula ensures that parents receive a sufficient amount of restorative sleep, which is crucial for their physical and mental well-being during the early postpartum period. This level of support allows parents to feel more confident and refreshed as they navigate the challenges of caring for a newborn.