Postpartum Support

Traditional In-Home Doula Care for the Fourth Trimester
Best for families within the first 4 months after birth

Because letโ€™s be real: bringing home a baby is magicalโ€ฆ and completely overwhelming. Thereโ€™s joy, exhaustion, love, maybe a little grief, and definitely a lot of โ€œwhat the heck am I doing?โ€

You donโ€™t have to figure it out alone.

In-home postpartum support gives you expert, hands-on help in those raw, beautiful, sleep-deprived first months โ€” whether youโ€™re navigating recovery, feeding struggles, or just trying to remember the last time you ate something warm.

With over a decade of experience, I help families feel less frazzled and more held during this major transition โ€” emotionally, physically, and logistically.

โ€œMothering the Motherโ€ Isnโ€™t Just a Saying โ€” Itโ€™s a Plan

Your body just did something incredible. Now you deserve to recover in peace, with expert support that helps you focus on healing and bonding instead of just surviving.

โ€œNew mothers need to be mothered, to be nurtured and cared for by a support network that assists with physical recovery from birth, transition into infant care and the immense psychological leap into a new role.โ€
-Lauren Porter

Postpartum Doula Support
$65-75 / hour

I show up ready to help โ€” no judgment, no pressure, just steady care. Together, weโ€™ll support your healing, care for your baby, and keep the house from falling apart. Need to cry? Vent? Nap? Iโ€™ve got you.

Overnight Doula Support $65-75 / hour

Same great care โ€” but while you sleep. I care for your baby overnight, manage feeds (whether nursing, bottle, or combo), and help you get the rest you desperately need.

Weโ€™ll create a gentle sleep & feeding plan that supports your parenting values โ€” no judgment, just more sleep.

Payment for short term or one-time visits are due at the time of booking. For on-going services, a non-refundable retainer is required. Typically the retainer is equal to 1-2 weeks of service and will be applied to your last invoice. I accept Zelle (preferred), Venmo, or credit/debit cards directly on my invoice. Contact me for other payment plan options.

Typical support might include:

โœ“ Physical recovery care
โœ“ Feeding support (boob, bottle, pumping โ€” all of it)
โœ“ Hands-on newborn care (and confidence building!)
โœ“ Light meals, laundry, and household tasks
โœ“ Emotional check-ins and normalizing the big feelings

See FAQโ€™s below for more information.

Need Help Right Now?

  • Baby already here and youโ€™re overwhelmed?

  • Outside my travel area?

  • Not sure what kind of help you even need?

Check out my virtual options where you can access support anytime, from the couch. Letโ€™s triage whatโ€™s going on and get you back on track.

Hereโ€™s how it works:

01.
letโ€™s chat

Weโ€™ll hop on a quick call to talk through your goals, questions, and what kind of support would make the biggest difference for your family. No pressure, just connection.

02.
book your spot

Review and sign an agreement & secure your spot on my calendar with a retainer, then weโ€™re in this together!

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03.
feel more confident

With personalized, compassionate support, youโ€™ll feel more equipped, less overwhelmed, and way more confident in your parenting journey. (Bonus: you might even get some sleep!)

FAQs

  • Think of a postpartum doula as your calm, capable, non-judgy sidekick in the chaos of new parenthood. Iโ€™m here to help you heal, rest, feed your baby (and yourself), and make sense of all the โ€œis this normal?โ€ moments.

    From emotional check-ins and baby care tips to light chores and feeding support, I bring expert guidance and real-life help โ€” so you can feel less overwhelmed and more confident in those tender early weeks. Basically? I mother you so you can focus on loving your baby.

  • Every familyโ€™s needs are different โ€” and thatโ€™s the beauty of doula care. I show up ready to meet your unique situation with the kind of hands-on help and emotional support that makes a real difference.

    Here are just a few things I might help with during a shift:

    โœ“ Supporting infant and parent sleep patterns (without pressure or gimmicks)

    โœ“ Feeding help โ€” whether thatโ€™s breastfeeding, bottle, or combo

    โœ“ Recovery tips for your healing body (yes, even the parts no one talks about)

    โœ“ Newborn care guidance and confidence-building

    โœ“ Gentle check-ins for postpartum mood concerns

    โœ“ Local referrals for lactation, therapy, bodywork, and more

    โœ“ Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal prep โ€” including cultural/religious traditions

    โœ“ Sibling support (because big feelings happen!)

    โœ“ Baby gear suggestions that actually work for your lifestyle

    Basically, if it helps you feel calmer, more supported, or better rested โ€” Iโ€™m in.

  • Emotional support means Iโ€™m your safe space when everything feels like a lot โ€” which, letโ€™s be honest, is often.

    Iโ€™m here to hold space for the tears, the joy, the โ€œwhat just happened?โ€ moments, and everything in between. That might look like helping you process your birth experience, normalize what youโ€™re feeling as a new parent, or just sitting with you while you cry into your cold coffee.

    No judgment. No advice unless you want it. Just someone who gets it walking alongside you while we figure it out together. Because the road to parenthood isnโ€™t always smooth โ€” but you donโ€™t have to walk it alone.

  • Every shift starts with a check-in โ€” we chat about how youโ€™re doing (really doing), what baby needs, and whatโ€™s feeling overwhelming today. Then we make a loose plan for how I can be most helpful in this moment.

    Sometimes that means holding the baby while you nap or shower. Other times itโ€™s talking through feeding challenges, tidying up the kitchen, prepping a snack, or just being there so youโ€™re not doing it all alone.

    No two shifts look the same โ€” because no two days in postpartum life are the same. I show up ready to meet you exactly where youโ€™re at, with support thatโ€™s flexible, responsive, and deeply human.

  • At the start of our shift, we usually spend about an hour checking in โ€” talking through how things are going, how youโ€™re feeling, and reviewing the feeding plan for the night (whether thatโ€™s nursing, bottles, pumping, or a combo).

    As we settle into a rhythm, that check-in might shrink to a quick 5-minute handoff so you can get right to sleep โ€” and Iโ€™ll handle the rest.

    Once youโ€™re off-duty, I take over baby care so you can rest, recover, and maybe even dream. Iโ€™ll keep track of feeds, diaper changes, and anything worth noting so youโ€™re in the loop without having to be awake for it.

    In the morning, Iโ€™ll either gently transition things back to you (quietly, of course) or leave an update via note, baby log, or text if youโ€™re still catching those precious last Zzzs. And yes โ€” I lock the door behind me and sneak out like a postpartum fairy godmother.

  • Short answer: sometimes โ€” but only if everything else is under control.

    Between feedings, diaper changes, soothing, bottle/pump part washing, laundry, and whatever else your baby or home needs, thereโ€™s often not much downtime. But if all the tasks are caught up and baby is settled, Iโ€™ll rest lightly while staying available for the next wake-up.

    A couch, spare bed, or even a mattress pad on the floor is more than enough โ€” Iโ€™m not looking for luxury, just a spot to recharge so I can stay sharp and responsive for your little one.

    My priority is always babyโ€™s care and your rest. If I can sneak in a little sleep between those responsibilities, I will โ€” but Iโ€™m always โ€œonโ€ for anything your family needs overnight.

  • Itโ€™s a fair question โ€” and hereโ€™s the honest answer: Youโ€™re not just paying for someone to hold the baby while you shower (though, yes, thatโ€™s part of the magic). Youโ€™re investing in expert, personalized care for one of the most intense transitions of your life.

    In the Seattle/Tacoma area, postpartum doulas typically charge $40โ€“$75/hour โ€” and hereโ€™s why:

    โœ“ Weโ€™re trained to support your recovery โ€” physically, emotionally, and mentally

    โœ“ We offer hands-on newborn care and teach you what to do when weโ€™re not there

    โœ“ We help calm the chaos, reduce overwhelm, and build your confidence as new parents

    โœ“ We bring years of professional experience and up-to-date, evidence-based knowledge

    Iโ€™ve been doing this work since 2008 โ€” with passion, heart, and a commitment to continuing education. I spend thousands every year on trainings and resources to make sure Iโ€™m giving your family the most current, relevant, and compassionate care possible.

    And letโ€™s be real: Amazon might be fast, but I show up with supplies, tips, and emotional support before you can even click โ€œbuy now.โ€

    Behind every hour I spend in your home is a whole business I run: gas, gear, insurance, scheduling systems, admin, continuing ed โ€” it adds up. But so does the value of having someone in your corner who knows exactly how to support you during postpartum.

    On a tight budget? Letโ€™s talk. Iโ€™m all about helping you feel confident, calm, and connected โ€” and Iโ€™ll work with you to get the most value possible from our time together.

While youโ€™re hereโ€ฆ
check out my other offerings!

From sanity-saving downloads to doula-approved Amazon finds, these resources are here to support you โ€” no matter where you are in your parenting journey.

Blog

Real talk on pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting โ€” with expert tips, honest stories, and just enough sass to keep it interesting.

Workbooks & Guides

Printable & Amazon shipped planning tools to help you organize the chaos, prep for postpartum, and make confident parenting decisions with less overwhelm.

Newsletter

Delivered straight to your inbox once a month: support, encouragement, and doula-approved advice for wherever you are in your parenting journey.

Favorite Amazon Finds

Curated must-haves from a doula whoโ€™s seen it all โ€” baby gear, postpartum essentials, and a few โ€œhow-did-I-live-without-thisโ€ items, all in one place.

Events

Workshops, support groups, and live Q&As designed to help you feel more confident and connected โ€” because we werenโ€™t meant to do this alone.

Free Downloads

Because support shouldnโ€™t come with a price tag โ€” grab helpful checklists, guides, and planning tools to make life a little easier (and a lot more doable).