Northern Virginia Postpartum Doula
What We Provide for Every Mom
Postpartum Doula Packages Include
Free Consultation
One free one-hour, no obligation telephone consultation to decide if we're the best postpartum doula choice for your needs
Feeding Support
Information and support for all types of infant feeding methods including breastfeeding and feeding pumped breastmilk, donated breast milk and/or formula from a dropper, cup, or bottle
Calming Techniques
How to calm and soothe a fussy baby, including Dr. Harvey Karp's 5 S's (Swaddling, Side/Stomach-lying, Shushing, Swinging, and Sucking) and more
Sleep Support
Information and support for sleeping including how to help your baby (and yourself) fall and stay asleep, as well as options for safe sleeping arrangements
Newborn Care
Help with newborn care essentials such as burping, nail clipping, nose cleaning, bathing, diapering (including how to prevent and treat a diaper rash), tummy time, umbilical cord care, and penile care (whether intact or circumcised)
Family Introductions
Tips on how to introduce your new baby to your other children and pets and minimize jealousy and maximize bonding
Physical Recovery Support
Help with Mom's physical recovery from birth and the changes going on in her body, whether she had a vaginal or cesarean birth
Emotional Recovery Support
Help with Mom's emotional recovery from birth, including processing her birth and assistance recognizing/processing baby blues and postpartum depression, including how to tell the two apart
Special Circumstances Support
Information and support for all types of special circumstances: extended recovery from birth complications, premature babies, multiples (twins, triplets, or more), adopted babies, and babies with birth defects or other medical issues