Valerie Lynn

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Postpartum Doula
Laguna Beach, California
14 years of experience
5.0
About me

Hello, and Welcome! I’m Valerie Lynn, a certified postpartum doula and certified in holistic postpartum recovery practices specializing in providing comprehensive night and day support to families as they transition into parenthood. With over 20 years of experience in Southeast Asia, I bring the wisdom of Eastern postpartum recovery practices directly to your home. Night Support I provide specialized night support focused on nurturing baby care and sleep conditioning. My goal is to empower parents to recognize when their baby is ready to self-soothe, fostering independent sleep habits that help your baby achieve 8 to 10 hours of restful sleep by three months. For mothers, I offer calming lactation support to ensure that night feeds are smooth and restful, promoting a more peaceful night's sleep for everyone. Day Support My day support combines expert baby care, lactation assistance, and holistic recovery services for mothers. These services are tailored to support both vaginal and cesarean births, helping to accelerate recovery. • For Vaginal and Cesarean Births: My holistic postpartum services include soothing body massage to reduce fluid retention in the abdomen, reset the nervous system, balance postpartum hormones, and improve breast milk production. I also offer specialized abdominal wrapping and nutritious meal preparation. • You can wrap after Cesarean Births: I use a unique abdominal wrap that protects your incision while encouraging fluid release and comfort. My clients love the gentle support it provides. Combination of Night and Day Support For the ultimate in care, you can combine night and day support. This approach ensures you get the rest you need while accelerating your recovery by up to 40% faster than typical U.S. standards. Prenatal Services Our holistic care can begin during pregnancy to alleviate common discomforts such as back pain, joint aches, and swelling caused by fluid retention. Through targeted treatments, we help you feel more comfortable and supported throughout your pregnancy journey. Postpartum Emotions I understand firsthand how overwhelming postpartum emotions can be. After the birth of my son 17 years ago, I faced postpartum anxiety and OCD. Through a combination of holistic recovery services and in-home support services, I found my way back to balance. For over 15 years, I've been the International Coordinator for Southeast Asia with Postpartum Support International, and I am deeply committed to helping others through their own postpartum journeys with empathy, understanding, and care. You don’t have to face this alone—I’m here to support you every step of the way. My Approach and Background With two decades in Southeast Asia, I am extensively trained in Eastern postpartum recovery treatments. Together, we’ll create a personalized postpartum plan that aligns with your expectations and needs. My holistic body care services include feminine-focused treatments, such as massage, womb repositioning, abdominal wrapping, feminine wash and herbal baths. I also offer unique products from Southeast Asia that are exclusively available to my clients. Mother’s Recovery from Pregnancy and Birth Your healing journey is unique, and while you may not need every holistic service or product I offer, they are always available to you as your recovery unfolds. Think of them as essential tools in your toolbox — ready to support you whenever you need them. Additional Services • Breastfeeding support, baby massage, babywearing, and sleep conditioning. • Virtual recovery coaching, complete with herbal product care sets, usage charts, and instructional videos. • I am the author of two postpartum recovery books, including a cookbook. I provide meal preparation services to support your nutritional needs. Simply put My clients recover stronger, healthier, and more balanced, often in significantly less time than is typical in the U.S. Let’s Connect! Contact me for a free consultation and discover how we can make your postpartum journey smoother, faster, and more joyful.

Education

MA - Economic Development of Southeast Asia, University of London (2000)

BSc - Management Science & Information Systems, Rutgers University, NJ, USA (1993)

Certification and training

Postpartum Doula, DONA (Doulas of North America) (2024)

Infant massage (2022)

Postpartum Cuisine (2019)

Racial Equity and Inequities in Birthwork Course, DONA (2024)

Lactation and Infant Feeding: Body Feeding for Doulas, DONA (2024)

Baby Carrier Wearing Workshop for Doulas (2023)

Malaysian Postnatal Massage and Recovery Therapies (2010)

Holisic Postnatal Recovery Practices (2011)

Red Cross Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

International country coordinator of Malaysia, Postpartum Support International

Credentials
BS MA PCD (DONA)
Specialties
Advanced Maternal Age Babywearing Belly Binding Breastfeeding Support Cesarean, Episiotomy and Scar Pain Doula Trainer Evidence-Based Care Evidence-Based Therapy Herbal Postpartum Care LGBTQ+ Parenting Support Perinatal Mood Disorders Placenta Encapsulation Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Chef Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Postpartum Photography Pregnancy Loss Preventative Care Vaginal Steam
Languages

English

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Carrot
Service introduction

Hello! I'm Valerie Lynn, a certified postpartum doula with 14 years of experience, specializing in baby care and holistic recovery. I offer flexible night support, day support, or a combination to fit your family's unique needs. My primary focus is on newborn care, including breastfeeding support, baby massage, babywearing, sleep conditioning, and soothing techniques to help you adjust to life with your new baby. For mothers, I provide optional holistic care services to support your recovery, including natural body treatments, herbal remedies to promote healing, and nourishing, customized meal plans to restore your strength. I aim to help you feel balanced, confident and well-supported throughout your postpartum journey. I believe in a natural, eco-conscious approach to care, avoiding chemicals that can interfere with your body's natural healing process. Let's create a personalized plan to support both you and your baby. Contact me for a free 20-minute consultation!

Packages
Holistic Postpartum Support, Care, and Recovery
Various packages according to mothers health and pregnancy experience. Packages and hourly rates. Please contact.
$55.00
USD Per hour
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
1
5.0

Valerie is so kind and thoughtful. I really appreciated my time with Valerie and her services were great! Being 6 weeks postpartum and taking care of a newborn, she was great at working around my schedule. Having Valerie was a way to not only focus on my postpartum recovery but also mentally recovery as well. Her wraps really helped me shed some water weight and made my stomach feel so much better after my c-section. Valerie is amazing at what she does and you will not be disappointed.

- Brooke K.

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