POSTPARTUM DOULA SUPPORT
Everyone wants to hold the baby,
but who is holding the mother?
Becoming a mother, no matter how many times you may have done so, is one of the most momentous transitions a woman experiences. It can be both a beautiful and overwhelming time for a woman as she navigates a whole new way of being. It is a period of time where she must be honoured with as much love, support and nourishment as her newborn baby.
I’m here to hold YOU Mama!
The word “doula” comes from a Greek word meaning “a woman who serves”.
My role as your Postpartum Doula is to support, nurture and nourish you so you can focus on enjoying bonding with, and nurturing, your baby. My care is ‘mother-centred’, meaning I am there wholly for YOU and YOUR needs!
Think of me as your Fairy Godmother who magically arrives to take care of those tasks like folding laundry, hanging out washing or tidying the kitchen. Allow me to care for baby while you do whatever brings you peace and joy however that looks for you - rest, shower, eat, take time out for yourself. I offer a compassionate, judgement free listening ear to help process any emotions coming up that you may feel uncomfortable discussing with those close to you. I also come bearing gifts of a nourishing meal, snacks and beverages.
Having a supportive fourth trimester allows for a smoother more enjoyable transition into motherhood, which in turn means you feel more calm and confident to trust in your own mother instinct and wisdom.
“After the birth there's a sacred window of time. A time for complete rejuvenation of a woman's physical, mental and spiritual health. A time for deep, extended bonding with her newborn. The first 42 days after birth set the stage for her next 42 years”
— Ysha Oakes
My mission and goal at the end of our time together is for you to feel confident; calm; grounded and supported; and to know where to access resources and further support should you need.
“Our Western culture has done mothers a great disservice by not honoring them on their road to recovery and giving them the time they need to adjust to the monumental changes in their lives.”
— Dr Oscar Serralach
What does a Postpartum Doula do?
Some of the ways I can support you:
Caring for you while you rest, recover and heal from the birth
Helping you to adjust to your new way of life and daily rhythms as a new family
Process and debrief your birth experience and your transition into motherhood
Light housekeeping so you do not feel so overwhelmed
Running errands and attending appointments with you (especially helpful if you have other children)
Provide nourishing meals designed to heal and support the return of energy, replenishment of blood and production of breast milk
Assist with light meal preparation, stocking your fridge/freezer/pantry
Assistance with newborn care such as changing, bathing, feeding and comforting
Referrals to local resources such as local parenting classes/groups, counsellors, paediatricians and lactation support
Mindful Mama Collective Postpartum Packages provide you with the emotional and practical support you need to have a positive, nourished and restful postpartum experience.
Every mama and her baby are unique and have different needs. Therefore, support packages and sessions are individually tailored for YOU and whatever feels most needed for you with each visit.
One-Off Support
These offerings will help you land a little more softly into Motherhood. Packages include Postpartum planning: Nesting, One-off Postpartum Doula support, and a carefully curated hamper of essentials to nurture the new Mama.
They also make beautiful and thoughtful gifts for new (or new again) parents!
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Just as a birth plan is there to help you think through all your birthing options and to communicate your priorities to your birth team, a postpartum plan will help you to clarify your priorities for after birth, and to help set you up for a smoother, more calm and peaceful transition into motherhood.
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A day of nurturing to allow you to rest and restore your energy levels. A beautiful gift for sleep-deprived new parents.
Includes:
1 x 3hr in-home support
complimentary initial phone or zoom consult (30mins) to understand how best I can support you during my visit
a comforting meal, nourishing snacks and refreshments.
1 x check in phone or zoom consult post visit
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A carefully curated selection of postpartum care essentials to nourish and nurture the new Mama.
Ongoing Support
Mama, you’ve just given birth to a brand new human! Honour all you have been through growing and birthing this new little person.
Allow yourself to feel completely supported, connected and calm during this time of transition and healing. Stay in the newborn bubble without any unnecessary distractions, and give your mind, body and soul the rest it needs and deserves.
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Smootly transition back home with your baby. Stay in your newborn bliss bubble and land softly in your new role and family dynamics.
Package includes:4 X 3 hour weekly in-home support
complimentary initial phone or zoom consult (30mins)
1 x pre-birth postpartum planning session in-person or via zoom (approx 1hr)
1 month of text/email support between visits
1 x check in phone or zoom consult post visit
thoughtfully curated mindful mama care kit
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Perfect for families with limited support, or if you recognise you might need additional support during this time.
Package includes:
8 X 3 hour weekly in-home support
complimentary initial phone or zoom consult (30mins)
1 x pre-birth postpartum planning session in-person or via zoom (approx 1hr)
2 x months of text/email support between visits
1 x check in phone or zoom consult post visit
thoughtfully curated mindful mama care kit
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The ultimate postpartum support package. Have your fourth trimester completely supported.
Package includes:
40 hrs of weekly in-home support over 12 weeks
complimentary initial phone or zoom consult (30mins)
1 x pre-birth postpartum planning session in-person or via zoom (approx 1hr)
3 x months of text/email support between visits
1 x check in phone or zoom consult post visit
thoughtfully curated mindful mama care kit
