Postpartum Doula Services
Everyone deserves support after the birth of a baby, especially those first few weeks after giving birth. If you are having trouble figuring out how to fit doula care into your budget don't be afraid to let me know. We can come up with some ways to make it work.
What is a Postpartum Doula?
A postpartum doula is a professional support person that is trained in the needs of the overall family after the birth of a new baby. A doula provides non-judgmental support, guidance, and evidence-based education immediately after the birth and throughout the first year postpartum.
What is Included in Postpartum Care?
Daytime:
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Light housework
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Meal prep and planning
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Newborn education
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Breastfeeding support and education
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Promoting self-care
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Advocation for the mother with friends and family
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Sibling adjustment
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Referrals for extra support
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Help with post-birth comfort
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Help with pumping (back to work plan)
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Laundry and organization help
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Overall help with the needs of the mother
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Overnight:
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You get your rest while I watch over baby
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When baby is hungry, I bring them to you to breastfeed
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If pumping, I can bottle feed the baby and wake you up to pump
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Wash pump parts
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Store pumped milk
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Put baby to sleep after feeding
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Diaper changes
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Bedtime stories is one is needed to soothe baby
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Help getting in and out of bed if childbirth was rough
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Bedtime snacks and water refills
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I can nap on the couch or spare room while baby sleeps
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What Sets Me Apart from the Others?
What sets me apart from some other Postpartum Doulas is my focus on lactation. I am a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) as well as a Certified Lactation Educator (CLE). I can offer you up-to-date and evidence-based lactation information while also helping you meet your breastfeeding goals if that is something that you are passionate about.
Postpartum Packages
Every Package Includes:
1 prenatal visit
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1-2 hours in your home​
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Create a plan of care (what can I do to help)
Text/phone support from signing of contract till end of service
Everything on the list above
I am there to take care of the Mama and make sure she gets the rest she needs.
1/2 off any classes/courses I offer
3-5 hour daytime sessions 9am-3pm
Overnights are 7 hours 10pm-5am
In-home care available in Hudson, River Falls, Stillwater, Woodbury, Hastings, and all areas within 25 miles of Hudson, Wisconsin.
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Basic Package $900
$45/ an hour
20 hours postpartum care
Daytime hours only
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Basic Plus $1200
$44.44/ an hour
20 hours daytime
7 hour overnight shift
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Standard Package $1540
$44/ an hour
35 hours postpartum care
Free postpartum planning workbook ($15 value)
Daytime and overnight available
Payment plans available
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Deluxe Package $2175
$43.50/ an hour
50 hours postpartum care
Free postpartum planning workbook ($15 value)
Daytime and overnight available
5 free lactation consult hours
Payment plans available
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Premium Package $2795
$43/ an hour
65 hours postpartum care
Free postpartum planning workbook ($15 value)
Daytime and overnight available
5 free lactation consult hours
Meal prepping visit (2 hrs)
Payment plans available
Additional hours $42/ an hour
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Overnight Packages
1 night $315
3 nights $935 ($10 savings)
5 nights $1555 ($20 savings)
7 nights $2175 ($30 savings)
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I recommend at least 1 overnight visit in the first week of being home. While mom rests I can with some quiet tasks and watching over baby. I bring the baby to you for feedings, so no need to get out of bed. For later overnight visits, we can find a routine that works best for newborn care throughout the night. More can be discussed during prenatal planning visit.
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Payment Plan
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Deposit is half of the service cost which is due upon signing the contract. The other half is due before start of service. More accessible plans available for higher packages. Will discuss in more detail during consultation.
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How to Get Started?
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The first step is to contact me for a free consultation. The meeting can be virtual or in person and will last between 15-30 minutes. I will answer your questions about doula services and send a FAQ sheet and video for your spouse if needed.
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If you decide that you would like to work with me, we will set up an in person meeting to go over the contract. At this time I will go over my packages more in depth and help you decide which package you would like and a timeframe for dates. This may take about 30-60 minutes. Once you sign the contract we will get a date set up for our prenatal visit.
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