The birth of a baby also brings the birth of a parent. In this fresh and vulnerable time, new parents need nurturing, love and care, just as their baby does.

The first few days and weeks postpartum are a very precious and sensitive time, full of joy, excitement, newness, learning and emotional growth along with physical healing. Just like labor and birth, there are a lot of unknowns in the postpartum period. Once your baby is here it can be a whirlwind of epic proportions!  ​​Many new parents experience feeling overextended as they emotionally and physically navigate and adjust to their new roles. Managing all of life's tasks while balancing the responsibility for the care and well-being of their family's beautiful new addition can feel overwhelming. A postpartum plan with the support of a Doula can assist you and your growing family with a smooth transition and help ensure you don't lose yourself in the process.

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​Whether you are a brand new parent, recovering from a cesarean birth, or have just welcomed twins, a Postpartum Doula can help you ease into the tender postpartum period, allowing you to become more confident and comfortable in your new role through nurturance, love, professional evidence-based support and knowledge. 

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​​​COMMON SCHEDULES

​Postpartum Doula Services are available booked in 4-8 hour increments between the hours of 7 am-9 pm and can be purchased by the hour ($35/hr), as a package or in combination. 

Morning: Since adequate rest is important, prolong your time in bed in the morning. I can assist by attending to household chores that might otherwise beckon you out of bed, nurture you with a healthy breakfast and cup of tea as you lay in with your newborn(s), and/or provide an extra set of hands to help care for your baby(s) as you enjoy a long, uninterrupted shower. A Postpartum morning session may be especially helpful if your partner must return to work shortly after the birth.

Afternoon: This is a natural time of low energy for adults and a perfect time for a nap for exhausted parents. A four-hour afternoon session allows parents to rest, practice getting outside with their newborn(s), run through age-appropriate infant development activities, provide an extra set of hands to help care for your baby(s) or potentially all of the above. Assistance with light household chores such as catching up on laundry, tidying up after lunch and washing dishes is also valued at this time.

Evening/Dinner: This is a time of transition as parents and older siblings return home from school or work and dinner is around the corner. Additionally, many newborns often experience an "expressive" or "fussy" period in the late afternoon that can be difficult to manage. An extra set of hands to help prepare a healthy dinner and tidy up, make a smoothie for tomorrow's breakfast, prepare school/work lunches for the following day, bath baby or help you attend to your expressive infant(s) may be a welcome break at this time.


Are you interested in customizing a package specific to your family's needs? I would be honoured to work with you to create a specialized package just for you! ​

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Postpartum Doula in Abbotsford, Mission, Langley, Chilliwack BC

​​​​Welcome Home Package

​This package provides 2 weeks of supportive postpartum care and will help you navigate through the tender first few weeks of parenthood.

​Spend your first few weeks as a new family feeling completely cared for with expert guidance, encouragement and nurturing support from a Postpartum Doula. Rest, recover and bond with your new baby in a relaxed and supported atmosphere.

​Postpartum Doula Care Schedule:

I will visit your home 3 times a week for 2 weeks. Each visit is 4 hours in length and tailored to your needs. I am happy to work with you to establish a schedule that best fits your family's needs. The example schedules listed below may assist you in your considerations.

Morning, afternoon and evening hours available, 7 days a week depending on availability with 4 hr/visit minimum.  Additional hours can be added to your package as needed for a rate of $35/hour.

​Investment: $840.00​

Getting Started - Complimentary Consultation

I like to take the time to get to know each person I work with and would love to book a  complimentary consultation with you to answer any questions you may have, discuss your needs and concerns for your postpartum time and discover whether I’m the right Postpartum Doula for you.

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​​Welcome Rest Package

​This package provides 3 weeks of restorative and nurturing postpartum care and will completely support you as you get to know your newborn, find your rhythm as a new family and build empowered and confident relationships with each other.  ​

Spend your first weeks as parents focusing on the joys of bonding with your new baby(s) and family, resting and savouring those very first sweet moments while being completely cared for and supported by a Postpartum Doula. Also great for parents adjusting to life with multiples or while recovering from a Caesarean birth.​​Postpartum Doula Care Schedule:

​Postpartum Doula Care Schedule: I will visit your home 4 times a week for 3 weeks. Each visit is 4 hours in length and tailored to your needs. I am happy to work with you to establish a schedule that best fits your family's needs. The example schedules listed below may assist you in your considerations.

Morning, afternoon and evening hours available, 7 days a week depending on availability with 4 hr/visit minimum. Additional hours can be added to your package as needed for a rate of $35/hour.

​Investment:$1680.00

Postpartum Doula support  in Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack and Langley BC

POSTPARTUM DOULA SUPPORT

The birth of your baby comes but once and is a day like no other. 
There is nothing I love more than sharing in your excitement.
​I can't wait to get to know you.

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POSTPARTUM DOULA SUPPORT PACKAGES

​​​​Welcome Baby Package

​This package provides 8 hours of supportive postpartum care and will help get your beautiful family settled into that first week at home. 

Spend the first few days at home with your new baby getting situated and comfortable with an extra set of hands. Although a very simple package, a smooth transition into the first week of parenthood is a priceless gift for your entire family.

​Postpartum Doula Care Schedule:

I will visit your home 2 times for one week. Each visit is 4 hours in length and tailored to your needs.  I am happy to work with you to establish a schedule that best fits your family's needs. The example schedules listed below may assist you in your considerations.

Morning, afternoon and evening hours available, 7 days a week depending on availability with 4 hr/visit minimum.  Additional hours can be added to your package as needed for a rate of $35/hour.

​Investment: $280.00​

Postpartum Doula Support

Serving families in the beautiful Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland including Chilliwack, Mission, Abbotsford, Langley BC, and surrounding areas. This is a safe space for all types of births and for all birthing families.

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POSTPARTUM DOULA SUPPORT INCLUSIONS

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• Complimentary Consultation/Interview: This is a great opportunity to get to know one another, go over any initial questions you may have, and see if working together feels like the right fit.
  
• ​Prenatal intake session: One - 30-minute phone consultation to discuss your specific needs, make a postpartum plan and address any questions you may have.
  
• Assistance in your physical and emotional recovery from vaginal or cesarean birth; emotional processing of your birth experience
  
• Non-judgmental Support and Companionship: Reassurance, encouragement and excellent listening skills.
  
• Household Organization: Help in organizing the home to create the greatest ease for your transition to parenthood; light household chores.
  
• Meal Preparation and Planning: Help with making healthy meals and/or snacks. 
  
• General Tips and Tricks:​ Coping skills, infant soothing, babywearing, family/sibling adjustment, etc.
  
• Breastfeeding/Bottle Feeding Support: Evidence-based techniques and support for overcoming challenges, latch issues, supply issues, etc...​
  
• Rest and nutrition as you transition into life with your new baby
  
• Sibling Care: Engaging your older children in activities to give you time to focus on your new baby.
  
• Assistance With Newborn Care: Information, education, and support for baby care and concerns (bathing, diapering, infant soothing, etc) and infant care so you can rest, shower, walk or spend time with your partner/other children. 
  
• Encouragement, guidance and support for the optimal role of your partner.
  
• Resources and Referrals: Comprehensive knowledge of community resources and appropriate referrals to a wide variety of practitioners and services.
  
• Phone and Email Support for questions and concerns.