Postpartum Doula Support

supporting families in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Sarasota.

Bringing a new baby home from the hospital can be an adjustment for everyone. I can help!

POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INCLUDES:

  • Assisting with postpartum comfort measures and emotional support for mom

  • Assistance with newborn care, allowing parents to rest and recover

  • Lactation and breastfeeding guidance

  • Helping you establish a daytime schedule and routines for your baby

  • Educating parents on baby soothing and bonding techniques

  • Sibling care and helping siblings adjust

  • Help with practical household tasks, organization, errands, laundry, and light meal preparation

  • Providing evidence-based information on all things newborn, postpartum, and parenting

  • Connecting you with local specialists and resources, from Lactation Consultant referrals and pediatric specialists to mommy & me classes and mom groups.

    …and so much more!

Daytime postpartum support is provided in 5-8 hour shifts between 8 am-6 pm.

Rates begin at $40/hr.

How a postpartum doula can help…

A postpartum doula is a knowledgeable resource that will guide you through the delicate postpartum stage. I provide informational, emotional, and physical support as you transition into this phase of parenthood. Doula support can include: 

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • I understand that the postpartum period can be overwhelming and emotionally challenging. I am here to provide a caring and nonjudgmental space where families can express their feelings, concerns, and fears. I offer a listening ear, validate their experiences, and provide reassurance and encouragement.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • I provide families with evidence-based information and education about newborn care practices. This includes educating parents on bathing, diapering, cord care, breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and soothing techniques. I help families understand their baby's cues and behaviors, empowering them to become confident caregivers.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • Sleep deprivation is a significant challenge for new parents. I offer strategies and techniques to encourage healthy sleep habits for both newborns and parents. This includes guidance on establishing a bedtime routine, creating an optimal sleep environment, and promoting healthy sleep patterns to enhance overall well-being.

    Sometimes a postpartum doula will simply hold your baby for contact naps while you sleep or shower. The extra pair of hands often brings sweet relief in those first couple of months.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • Recognizing that families may need assistance with household tasks during the postpartum period, I lend a helping hand. This can include light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and running errands, allowing parents to focus on their recovery and bonding with their newborn.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • Breastfeeding can present challenges for many families. I offer guidance and practical support during your breastfeeding journey, such as assisting with proper latch, positioning, and troubleshooting common issues. I also provide information on milk supply, pumping, and safe storage of breast milk. For families bottle feeding, I offer guidance on safe formula preparation and storage, feeding techniques, bottle suggestions and more.

    Bottom line, I support your feeding goals no matter how you choose to feed your baby.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • Adjusting to parenthood can be emotionally taxing, and postpartum mood disorders are common. I am trained to recognize signs of postpartum depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I provide families with resources, encouragement, and referrals to professional help when needed.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • As families expand, it's essential to ensure a smooth transition for older siblings and other family members. I offer guidance on how to involve siblings in newborn care, provide age-appropriate activities, and support the emotional adjustment of the entire family unit.

Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula serving Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida and Portland, Oregon. Providing overnight newborn care, postpartum doula support, baby nurse, night nurse, night nanny services. Infant sleep training.

  • I help families connect with local resources, such as lactation consultants, parenting classes, mom/parent groups, support groups, and other postpartum professionals. Building a network of support can be invaluable during the early stages of parenting, and I strive to empower families to seek the assistance they need.

READY TO GET STARTED?

My goal is to make your transition to parenthood as peaceful as possible. Whether you need 6 weeks or 6 months of support, daytime or overnight, I’ll be there to support you every step of the way.