I can help with light housework and with any challenges you are facing with the care and feeding of your newborn. Postpartum services include a prenatal visit to discuss your plan for the postpartum period, to discuss your anticipated needs, and so that I may familiarize myself with your home.

I work with clients for a minimum of 12 hours and each visit is a minimum of 2 hours. My hours are flexible in order to meet your unique needs and can be discussed beforehand but reassessed once your baby is born.

My fees are $18 per hour for daytime and $23 per hour for overnight if you live within 25 miles of Apex, North Carolina.

Please contact me to discuss my scheduling and to discuss fees if you live further from Apex. If you have financial concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss them.

References available upon request.

Currently accepting clients with due dates in September 2008, October 2008, January 2009, February 2009, March 2009, and April 2009.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need postpartum support?
Many people nowadays do not have family close by to help them after their baby is born and are going through a time of major adjustment on their own. People all over the world have help during the first few weeks after a birth. In addition to helping you around the house so that you have time to bond with your baby, a doula brings with her on her visits a wealth of information, resources, and encouragement. A postpartum doula can talk to you about your birth, about caring for your newborn, and can help you with breastfeeding, if needed.

How does a postpartum doula differ from a baby nurse or nanny?
A postpartum doula does not have medical training as a baby nurse does. A postpartum doula also does not take over all of the care of the baby like a nanny would. The goal of the postpartum doula is to help the entire new family bond with their baby and identify their new rolls. That sometimes means teaching the new parents or siblings about baby care and breastfeeding, doing light housework so that the family can concentrate on bonding, being a companion to the mother, helping with meals and snacks so the family is all well-nourished, running errands for the family, or taking over some baby care while the parents nap or shower.

What training does a certified postpartum doula have?
As a postpartum doula certified through DONA International, a doula must complete training in breastfeeding, newborn care, the identification of postpartum mood disorders. The doula must also
complete hands-on training with families, infant and child CPR certification, a comprehensive reading list on postpartum topics, a complete list of local postpartum community resources, and must have a recommendation from a healthcare professional. To remain certified, a doula must complete 24 hours of continuing education in the postpartum field every three (3) years.