The birth of a baby, the birth of a family
Whether you are a brand new parent, or welcoming a sibling, the fourth trimester can be among the most beautiful, albeit challenging times we may experience. This is a time of amazing transformation, where we need support and nurturing as we grow into our new lives. As a postpartum doula, I help you to settle in when you return home with your new sweet bundle. By reducing some of the challenges and uncertainly we experience as new parents, I work to nurture you and your family into your new roles, increase your confidence and skill sets, and provide you with practical and emotional support, so that you can heal, bond, and flourish. I adjust my support to each families needs to assist you toward full self-determination.
Examples of my role may include:
Emotional support and birth processing
Household organization and preparation
Education on newborn care and development
Baby wearing
Tips and tricks for a smooth transition
Family integration
Light housekeeping
Meal preparation
Running Errands
Partner Support
Referrals and additional evidence based education for Mom and/or Dad
Local Routt county postpartum clients also have access to my ‘Baby Boomerang,’ a lending library of baby essentials such as clothing, bassinets, play-mats and more.
IMPROVED OUTCOMES
For more on the role of a postpartum doula, and the evidence behind improved maternal and child outcomes, please visit the DONA International website: https://www.dona.org/what-is-a-doula/benefits-of-a-doula/
““Michelle was not only able to support me in making informed choices in the postpartum period, she was a HUGE emotional support during one of the most challenging times of my life. This is clearly Michelle’s calling, she is passionate about helping women through doula work, and it is evident in the full-hearted, genuine way she offers information and support.”
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