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Doula Services

A doula offers vital support during one of life’s most transformative experiences—pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period. While medical providers focus on clinical care, a doula is there to support the emotional, physical, and informational needs of the birthing person and their family. From helping you prepare for labor, to offering comfort techniques and advocating for your preferences during delivery, a doula provides steady, compassionate guidance every step of the way. This support can reduce stress, improve birth outcomes, and create a more empowered and connected experience. Simply put, a doula helps you feel seen, heard, and cared for—when it matters most.

Types of Support

Prenatal doula

Prenatal Nesting & Birth Prep 

Preparing for a new baby is one of life's biggest transitions, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Our Prenatal Doula helps expecting families reduce stress, feel organized, and confidently prepare for baby's arrival.

Instead of spending your final weeks tackling endless to-do lists, let us help lighten the load so you can focus on rest, connection, and preparing for birth.

Support may include:

  • Light housework and home organization

  • Nursery setup

  • Washing and organizing baby clothes

  • Packing your hospital or birth bag

  • Birth plan questions and education

  • Car seat setup guidance

  • Simple meal prep

  • Grocery pickup or quick errands

  • Emotional check-ins for parents

  • Preparing siblings for baby's arrival

  • Creating postpartum recovery stations

  • Personalized birth and postpartum planning
     

Each visit is specific to your family's goals. If you're a first-time parent, or adding to your clan, we're here to help you feel calm, prepared, and supported before this exciting new chapter begins.

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nighttime postpartum doula

Rest is one of the most valuable gifts you can give yourself after welcoming a new baby. Our Overnight Postpartum Support allows you to recover while knowing your newborn is cared for by a trusted, experienced professional throughout the night.

Whether you're recovering from birth, adjusting to life with a newborn, or simply needing uninterrupted sleep, we're here to provide compassionate, evidence-based support so your entire family can wake up feeling more rested and confident.

Overnight support may include:

  • Newborn feeding (bottle feeding)

  • Diaper changes, burping, and soothing

  • Newborn sleep support and education

  • Basic lactation support

  • Washing bottles and pump parts

  • Light baby-related laundry

  • Preparing feeding and diapering stations for the morning

  • Emotional support and reassurance for new parents

  • Newborn care education and guidance

Every overnight visit is personalized to your family's needs. Our goal is to create a calm, supportive environment where you can prioritize healing, regain much-needed rest, and feel confident as you navigate the early weeks with your new baby.

Wake up feeling refreshed, supported, and ready to enjoy your growing family.

daytime postpartum doula

The first few weeks with a new baby are beautiful, but they can also be physically and emotionally demanding. Our Family Helper Visits provide personalized, in-home postpartum support to help your family rest, recover, and confidently adjust to life with your newest addition.

Each visit is a minimum of 3 hours, giving you meaningful support that allows you to rest, shower, spend time with older children, or simply take a much-needed break while knowing your family is being cared for.

Support may include:

  • Basic breastfeeding and lactation support

  • Newborn care, diapering, bathing, soothing, and babywearing

  • Light housework and laundry

  • Simple meal preparation

  • Grocery pickup and brief errands

  • Emotional wellness check-ins for parents

  • Birth story processing

  • Sibling support and family adjustment

  • Newborn education and confidence-building

  • Creating a calm, nurturing environment for the whole family

Every visit is tailored to your family's unique needs because no two postpartum journeys are the same. Whether you're welcoming your first baby or growing your family, we're here to lighten the load so you can focus on healing, bonding, and enjoying these precious first weeks together.

Common Questions About Postpartum Doulas

What is a postpartum doula?
A postpartum doula is like a caring “mother’s helper” who supports you and your family in the early weeks after birth. Whether during the day or night, doulas provide gentle emotional encouragement, evidence-based information when requested, and hands-on assistance with newborn care—such as feeding, soothing, diapering, and waking with your baby. They can also help with simple household tasks like washing bottles or light tidying, allowing you space to rest, work, or focus on bonding with your baby.

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Is a doula a medical provider?
No. A doula is a passionate support person who loves being there for families during this special time. While doulas do not perform any medical procedures or replace your partner or other birth supporters, they offer compassionate care to help you feel confident and supported.

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Can’t I just rely on my partner or family?
Welcoming a newborn is joyful but also incredibly demanding. The sleepless nights, frequent feedings, and emotional ups and downs can be overwhelming, especially when balancing care for older children or other family members. Many of our clients share that having a doula made a huge difference in easing exhaustion and strengthening relationships. Often, families wish they had brought in support sooner to help navigate this busy season with more ease.

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When should I consider hiring a postpartum doula?
We recommend reaching out within 12 weeks of your due date. Our schedule fills quickly, so early planning helps ensure availability. Our process begins with a brief consultation to see if we’re a good fit and to discuss your needs. After that, we arrange a meet-and-greet to get to know you, tour your space, and plan logistics. You decide when you want support to begin.

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Is there research supporting the benefits of postpartum doulas?
Yes! The positive impact of postpartum doulas is well documented. You can learn more in this position paper by DONA International:
https://www.dona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DONA-Postpartum-Position-Paper-FINAL.pdf

investment

Prenatal & Day Postpartum Doula

Hours:

minimum of 3/day

 

Investment:

For singletons:

A la carte: $42/hour 

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For twins (for Postpartum):

A la carte: $50/hour

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Packages available at a 5% discount. 

Ten percent discount for families under chiropractic care plans!

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Travel fees apply.

Prices are subject to change at any time. 

Night Postpartum Doula

Hours:

minimum of 8/night

latest start 10p, latest end 7am

 

Investment:

For singletons:

Packages:

A la carte: $48/hour 

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For twins:

A la carte: $58/hour

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Packages available at a 5% discount. 

Ten percent discount for families under chiropractic care plans!

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Travel fees apply. 

Prices are subject to change at any time. 

Note: Childcare is number one priority-this will trump any & all household duties as needed.

For night shifts, any desired light housekeeping or prep work must be finished by 11pm. 

Common Questions About Birth Doulas

Why have a doula if I already have a doctor?
Doctors focus on your medical care and safety, while a doula is dedicated to supporting your physical comfort, emotional well-being, and—if you wish—spiritual needs throughout labor. Unlike medical staff who may have multiple patients and responsibilities, your doula’s sole focus is you, providing continuous, personalized care without distractions or breaks. This complementary support helps you feel more grounded and empowered during labor.

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Is a doula a medical provider?
No. A doula is a compassionate professional who loves supporting laboring people but does not perform medical procedures. While doulas don’t make decisions or speak for you, they provide emotional encouragement, comfort measures, and information. Our doulas undergo thorough professional training to ensure the highest quality of care, but they never replace your partner or other birth supporters.

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Won’t my partner feel left out or useless?
Not at all! We work closely with partners during prenatal visits to teach them how best to support you in ways that feel comfortable for both of you. A doula also looks out for your partner’s needs—encouraging them to eat, drink, and rest—so everyone can bring their best energy to the birth experience.

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Do I need a doula if I’m having a C-section?
Yes! Whether your birth is planned or unexpected, doulas provide valuable physical and emotional support throughout the surgical birth process and recovery. We assist with breathing techniques, help you communicate your needs, and offer comfort to you and your partner during this important transition.

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What if my birth plan changes?
Your doula supports you unconditionally, no matter what choices you make for yourself and your family. If your birth plan changes at any point, please let your doula know as soon as possible so they can adjust their support to meet your evolving needs.

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Is there research showing the benefits of having a doula?
Absolutely! Studies involving thousands of women have found that continuous doula support is linked to:

  • 28% fewer cesarean births

  • 31% less use of labor-augmenting drugs

  • 9% less use of pain medication

  • 34% more positive birth experiences

You can read more about the research here:
https://www.dona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DONA-Birth-Position-Paper-FINAL.pdf

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