Postpartum: What I Can Offer You

A look into the role of a postpartum doula (with a sprinkle of nursing know-how)

Welcoming a new baby is beautiful—but it can also feel like a total whirlwind. Whether this is your first or your fourth, the early postpartum period is full of big changes, new routines, and a whole lot of “Is this normal?” moments. That’s where I come in.

As a postpartum doula, I support you where you are, emotionally and practically, helping you find your footing in the early days of parenthood—with no judgment, no pressure, and no one-size-fits-all approach. Here’s what I offer, and how my background as a nurse makes your support even more comprehensive.

Overnight Support (yes, you can sleep)

Let’s be honest, sleep deprivation is real. I offer overnight doula care to help parents get the deep rest they need to heal, recover, and function the next day. Whether that looks like:

• Taking over baby care between feeds

• Bottle feeding so you can sleep longer stretches

• Helping with burping, diaper changes, and soothing

• Monitoring the baby while you rest peacefully

My presence overnight can reduce your stress and promote better sleep for everyone. We’ll work together to create a plan that fits your goals, whether that’s maximizing parent rest or easing baby into a gentle rhythm.

Emotional Support (a calm in the chaos)

One of the things I hear most from families is that my presence brings a sense of calm. Those first few weeks can feel overwhelming—your hormones are doing the most, your baby is still figuring out the difference between day and night, and you may not have had more than two hours of sleep in a row. My goal is to meet you with warmth and steadiness, to help take the edge off and remind you: you’re doing better than you think.

Whether you need a listening ear, a quiet presence, or someone to gently say, “Let’s take a deep breath,” I’m there.

Newborn Care (with practical know-how)

I can help you with:

• Soothing techniques and understanding your baby’s cues

• Diapering, bathing, and safe sleep basics

• Setting up and restocking feeding stations and sleep areas

• Light household help (because folding laundry while holding a baby is basically an Olympic sport)

• Preparing a healthy meal to help you recover and feel nourished

  
  

Feeding Support (latch help, bottles, and everything in between)

Whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, combo feeding, or figuring it out as you go—I’ve got you. I can assist with:

• Breastfeeding positions and latch guidance

• Getting those stubborn burps and farts out

• Recognizing feeding challenges early (and knowing when to refer)

• Helping you feel confident in whatever feeding journey you choose

  
  

Recovery Support (because you just did something amazing)

Postpartum is about the baby, and it’s about you. I help with:

• Supporting your physical recovery

• Cesarean/incision care tips

• Sleep hygiene and rest strategies

• Signs to look for in baby blues vs. postpartum mood disorders

  
  

A Doula with a Clinical Lens

Here’s where my nursing background makes a difference. I bring an added layer of awareness to your care. I can help flag when something’s outside the “normal” range, communicate more clearly with your medical team, and blend the comforting with the clinical. I won’t offer medical advice, but I do carry the insight to know when and how to escalate concerns appropriately.

Practical Help That Lightens Your Load

Sometimes what you need most is:

• Someone to hold the baby while you shower and eat a hot meal

• A calm presence during witching hour

• An extra set of hands during bedtime routines

• Help organizing the nursery or rotating through baby’s laundry

There’s no right way to do postpartum. My job is to support your way—while offering guidance, reassurance, and the occasional snack recommendation (trust me, they matter).