" Joanna's most welcome strength in her postpartum services is her focus on caring for the mother's physical and mental well-being, often overlooked, but much needed in today's baby-centric society. Joanna supported me in repairing and strengthening my new self such that I could be at my best for my little one. She's an excellent guide for new moms." Jennifer G.
doula
n. a woman experienced in childbirth who provides advice, information, emotioinal support and physical comfort to a mother before, during, and just after childbirth
Postnatal Doula Service
On your postnatal journey, your family's wellness is enhanced with:
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Information about basic baby care
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Information about breast and bottle feeding
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Help with light housework, meal preparation, and care for older siblings.
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Emotional support for the mother and family
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Strategies for caring for twins and triplets
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Infant massage with lessons
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Belly binding
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Referrals to resources in the community
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Organizing and managing your visitor schedule (upon request)
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Support with breast feeding and bottle feeding (tips for success)
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Medicinal cooking for ideal postnatal nutrition and healing
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Tips for sleep adjustment
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Practical support for your new baby's wellness
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Guidance on newborn care (bathing, cord care, reading baby's cues, calming techniques)
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Baby care while you rest
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Support in processing your birth experience
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Herbal and homeopathic remedies by request
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Light housekeeping and organizational support in the home
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Superior resources for anything you need in the city
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Baby wearing advice and resources
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A back-to-work protocol: pumping, new roles in your partnership, childcare, and self-care
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My commitment and word to serve your family in deep integrity and confidentially
Discounts on postnatal massage, abdominal therapy, vaginal steam baths, and placenta encapsulation services.
20$ an hour, 3 hour minimum
Add ons
Vaginal Steam Bath $39
Massage $59
Abdominal herbal compress $25
Foot Reflexology 30 minutes $29
Herbal Tea for postnatal mamas $13
Padsicles (to heal the perinium) $25
Full body herbal steam bath $50