Postpartum Doula Services
Compassionate Support for Your Post-Birth Journey
The postpartum period can be both joyful and overwhelming, and that's why having the compassionate support of a doula is so important
Our doulas are here, as you embark on this beautiful journey with your little one, to provide you with the practical assistance, emotional support, and knowledge you need to blossom and flourish during the postpartum period.
You're not in this alone!Helping you adjust to your new role while navigating the ups and downs that come with newborn care to offering breastfeeding support and education, our doulas are there to ensure that you feel confident, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
Let us support you in this incredible chapter of your life, helping you create precious memories with your little one.
Bundled Postpartum Support Package
Whats Included In this Package:
20 hours of daytime/nighttime postpartum support prepaid to schedule as needed
Light housekeeping. Includes: dishes, general straightening up, laundry
Sibling care
Newborn care
Meal prep
Cloth diaper support
Light errands. Examples: grocery runs, package drop off, sibling pick up/drop off to daycare or school
Emotional support
Assist with outings with newborn. Examples: Attend pediatric checks up, help with pool day/park day/general outing, help with newborn picture day
What if I don't know how many hours I need?
If you prefer to be billed hourly, the rates are as follows:
Daytime hours 8 AM - 8 PM - $35/hr with a 3 hour minimum
Overnight hours 8 PM - 8 AM - $45/hr with an 8 hour minimum
Investment: $700
Assigned Doula:
You will be matched with the doula closest to your location. Your certified doula will be HCP CPR trained and a newborn specialist.
Placenta Encapsulation
Capsule preparation.
Benefits of Placenta Encapsulation
More energy and higher iron levels
Balanced hormones and stable mood
Lower likelihood of postpartum depression
Increased milk supply
Uterus returning back to pre-pregnancy size faster
Quicker post labor recovery
*Please notify me of any gluten or dairy allergies depending on prep method chosen*
Investment: $350
Frequently Asked Questions
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Placenta encapsulation is the process of preparing and encapsulating the placenta into supplement or tincture form for consumption by the birthing person after childbirth. It's believed to offer various benefits, including hormone regulation, increased energy levels, and postpartum recovery support.
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Advocates of placenta encapsulation claim that it can help mitigate postpartum symptoms such as fatigue, mood swings, and postpartum depression. It's also believed to support lactation and hormone balance, although scientific evidence for these benefits is limited.
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Placenta encapsulation typically involves a multi-step process that includes cleaning, steaming, dehydrating, grinding, and encapsulating the placenta into pill form.
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While placenta encapsulation is generally considered safe when performed by trained professionals such as Balanced Birth doulas, using proper sanitation methods, it's important to discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider or doula before deciding to consume placenta capsules. Additionally, individuals with certain medical conditions or infections may not be suitable candidates for placenta encapsulation.
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It's recommended to arrange for placenta encapsulation services in advance of your due date to ensure availability and timely processing.
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The placenta encapsulation process typically takes between 3-4 days from the time the placenta is collected to when the encapsulated pills are ready for consumption. However, this timeframe may vary depending on the Balanced Birth doula’s schedule and workload.
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Yes, it's possible to encapsulate your placenta after a hospital birth. Alert your nursing staff in advance to ensure the correct release forms and proper handling of the placenta is done. Some hospitals have specific procedures or requirements for placenta release, so be sure to clarify these details early in the labor process.
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Placenta capsules should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. It's recommended to keep them in an airtight container to maintain freshness and potency. Some people like to store capsules in the freezer for longevity. Follow any additional storage instructions provided by your doula.
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While many individuals report positive experiences with placenta encapsulation, be aware that scientific evidence supporting its benefits is limited, and individual responses may vary. Some individuals may experience side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort or hormonal imbalance.
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When seeking a placenta encapsulation specialist, look for someone who is trained, experienced, and follows safety and sanitation protocols. Ask for recommendations from trusted sources, such as your childbirth educator, childbirth community, or local doula network.
Lactation Support
Nursing is a very personal choice, we are here to provide you with the nursing support and education you need. This may include how to position and latch your baby for nursing or simply skin-to-skin contact to promote connection to more complex issues that may come up during your breast/chestfeeding journey.
Latching difficulties, including babies with tongue or lip ties and cleft lip or palate
Mastitis (breast inflammation), clogged milk ducts, blebs (milk blisters)
Low milk supply or hyper lactation (under/over supply of milk)
Sore, cracked or painful nipples
Milk expression by hand or pump
Low birth weight or slow weight gain
3 x 2 hour visits
Weighed feedings and Legendairy Milk Lactation Support Bundle (valued at $49.99)
Investment: $249
We are here for you ...
“My experience couldn’t have been better. Alex and Gabby were both thorough, patient, and genuinely interested in us. Gabby was a tremendous support, a lifesaver, during the birth as it was mine and my husband’s first time and we didn’t know really what to expect. She was kind, attentive, soft spoken, tireless and stalwart. Just what I needed. We are really so incredibly grateful to her. I could not recommend her more.
R. Smith
frequently Asked Questions
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A night nurse is helpful in situations where medical support is needed to help care for your infant or yourself in the postpartum weeks. A postpartum doula is supportive of non-medical needs including meal prep, sleep training, lactation support, sibling care, caring for the postpartum person, etc.
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Yes! We strongly recommend hiring a postpartum doula for the first several weeks postpartum after a cesarean birth. A c-section is a major surgery and while our society has normalized surgical birth, there are a host of needs that require special support in the first several weeks post-op. Our doulas have a well-rounded approach to supporting c-section births that includes assisting with postpartum birth needs AND post-op healing needs.
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If you have a specific doula that you would like to hire then hire them as soon as possible to guarantee time on their calendar - even if you haven’t had your baby yet. Our schedules stay flexible for postpartum clients because we know that the timing of your birth is unpredictable along with when you will get home and start needing postpartum doula support. If you have had your baby already and are finding that you need extra help, we are more than happy to jump in as needed!
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Yes. You will have a primary doula assigned to you for the entirety of your contract. There may be days that a backup doula is required and those scheduling needs will be discussed with you as they arise.
Have more questions?
We’d love to answer any and all questions you might have. Please reach out to us directly via email or our contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
