What type of services does a Postpartum Doula provide?

The postpartum doula offers many services to her clients, but their main goals are to support the mother and nurture the entire family as they transition into life with a newborn. This would include doing things to help mom and dad feel more confident in their roles, sharing education on family adjustment, and tending to the unique needs of a new mother

If you're looking for support , you have a couple of options depending on your location and preference:

In-Person Support: Kiki offers in-person doula services in the Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester counties, and South Jersey areas. This would be ideal if you're located within these regions and prefer face-to-face support.

Out-of-State Support: If you're not located in the areas mentioned above, Kiki provides support via Zoom. This option allows you to receive guidance and assistance remotely, regardless of your location.

To get started with either option, it's best to fill out the contact form provided by Kiki. This will help her understand your specific needs and preferences, allowing her to tailor her support to you and your family's requirements.

What is a Postpartum Doula?

A postpartum doula provides evidenced-based information on things such as infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from birth, mother-baby bonding, infant soothing, and basic newborn care. Research shows that moms, dads, and babies have an easier time with this transition if a good support team is in place. Even for the most experienced parents, bringing home a new baby means changing routines, dividing time and just trying to figure out how to juggle it all. This is where a postpartum doula can be just a huge help. If you had a cesarean delivery or any other birth complications, a postpartum doula can carry the load to help your recovery.

Postpartum doula services may include:

  • Breastfeeding support

  • Help with the emotional and physical recovery after birth

  • Light housekeeping so that mom does not feel overwhelmed

  • Running errands

  • Assistance with newborn care such as diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting

  • Light or Full-time meal preparation

  • Baby soothing techniques

  • Sibling care

  • Referrals to local resources such as parenting classes, pediatricians, lactation support and support groups