Compassionate Postpartum Doula Support For St. Petersburg + Tampa Families

This is the postpartum you dreamed of. The one that makes you feel rested, supported, and empowered.

As a compassionate and experienced postpartum doula, I am here to provide you with unwavering support, guidance, and comfort during the transformative postpartum period. My role is to ease your transition into parenthood by offering a range of personalized services tailored to your unique needs and preferences. From assisting with newborn care and breastfeeding guidance to helping you establish routines and providing emotional reassurance, I am dedicated to ensuring that you feel confident, empowered, and well-cared for as you navigate the joys and challenges of early parenthood. With a non-judgmental and empathetic approach, I am your trusted companion, walking beside you every step of the way as you embark on this incredible journey of nurturing and bonding with your precious new addition(s).

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.

Postpartum Doula Services

    • Emotional and physical support for the postpartum mother

    • Guidance on self-care during the postpartum period

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

    • Helping siblings adjust and providing sibling care

    • Lactation and breastfeeding guidance

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

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

    • Education on infant sleep and wake windows; helping you establish a daytime schedule and routines for your baby

    • Providing resources, referrals, and product recommendations

    • Troubleshooting challenges such as: feeding/latch issues, bottle aversion, reflux and silent reflux, breastfeeding/supply trouble, skin conditions, allergies, postpartum mood conditions and slow weight gain.

      …and so much more!

  • Daytime postpartum support is provided in 4-9 hour shifts during the hours of 8am-6pm.

    Choose from 2-6 days of support per week, for a total duration of 4-16 weeks of coverage. Scheduling is fully customizable to fit your family’s needs.

    Looking for daytime support coupled with overnight newborn care? Learn more about overnight doula services here.

  • My hourly rate ranges from $35-$50 per hour, and varies based on location and number of babies.

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 there 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.

“The baby will not remember who first held them, but the mother will forever remember who held her.”

— Anna Magnussen

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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.

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FAQs

  • A newborn care specialist is a professional who specializes in newborn care and sleep conditioning, providing support to parents during the first few months of a baby's life. A postpartum doula, on the other hand, offers emotional and practical support to families during the postpartum period, which typically extends beyond the immediate newborn phase.

  • While there is some overlap, a postpartum doula typically focuses on providing emotional and physical support to parents and families, whereas a newborn care specialist specializes in infant care, including sleep conditioning, feeding, and other newborn-specific aspects.

  • A postpartum doula is a valuable resource for parents, offering practical assistance, infant care education, and emotional support. We can help reduce stress and exhaustion, allowing you to enjoy the early weeks of parenthood with confidence.

  • Families typically book a Newborn Care Specialist or Postpartum Doula for the first 3 months following birth, but some choose to have one for only a short period of time, such as 2-4 weeks to get acclimated. Often families seek to extend contracts when they have booked for a shorter period; thusly, I advise a consultation with me to discuss realistic expectations for how long you will require care.

  • I am certified as a Postpartum Doula through The Midwifery Institute, trained Newborn Care Specialist through Newborn Care Solutions, and have 10 years of extensive experience in the field. Striving to continuously stay up to date on best practices in the infant care industry to best serve my clients, I have obtained over 300 hours of continued education trainings and workshops. My qualifications and expertise are backed by years of hands-on experience in newborn care and postpartum support.

    You can learn more information about me here.

  • It's best to contact me as early as possible to ensure availability, especially if you would like to guarantee services on/around your EDD. As a highly sought out newborn care specialist, I tend to book up 6+ months in advance. However, I will do my best to accommodate last-minute requests whenever possible.