Traditional Postpartum Doula
"Postpartum care honours the mother's rebirth." - Abuela Laura
The first forty days after giving birth is a period dedicated to rest, nurturing your body, and forging a deep bond with your new baby. These postpartum days are a journey of profound change both physically and emotionally.
Across the world, many cultures hold a deep understanding of the significance of this "lying in" period. Beautiful traditions and customs nurture and support mothers during this time. The focus is often on rest, nourishing meals, and a strong sense of community, all working together to ease recovery and adjustment.
New mothers in Western cultures can often feel alone, overwhelmed, and under pressure. Having good postpartum support can make a world of difference, helping to give a smoother transition into matresence.
As your traditional postpartum doula, my offerings include:
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An in-depth postpartum planning session
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Warm, delicious foods and drinks to support your healing
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Tinctures, teas, herbs, and oils to gently guide your well-being
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Belly wrapping and calming massages to soothe your body
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Guided relaxation techniques to help you find moments of peace
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Light Housekeeping, freeing up your energy to focus on recovery and bonding
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Help with older children
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Support with breastfeeding and baby-wearing
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Phone and WhatsApp support when you need me
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Information and referrals to additional support networks if needed
My approach is always gentle and respectful, and I will never insist on holding your baby. If you need some time to relax alone or a warm bath, I'm happy to hold your little one.
I also offer one off postpartum planning sessions - more information can be found here.
Unsure if a Traditional Postpartum Doula is right for you? Feel free to reach out for a chat.
I offer 3 flexible packages to suit your needs, with payment plans and pay-in-full options on all packages.
Any additional hours will be an hourly rate of £45.
Areas covered: Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Baldock, Ware, Welwyn Garden City, Hoddesdon, Cheshunt, Hatfield and Hertford.
Postpartum Packages
1
Rest
This introduction to postpartum care gives you 16 hours of support and is perfect for people who already have a strong support network but may want some gentle guidance during those precious first couple of weeks.
Your investment would be £640.
2
Nourish
In the haze of those first few postpartum weeks, this package offers 26 hours of hands-on support. Allowing you to focus on really bonding with your baby while I take care of the rest.
Your investment would be £1,000.
3
Thrive
Often referred to as the first forty days, this is a precious period for bonding and establishing new rhythms. This traditional postpartum support package, offers 36 hours of comprehensive care spread across six weeks.
Your investment would be £1,440.