What's not Included in postpartum doula services?
Postpartum doula care is all about supporting your recovery, your emotional wellbeing, and your growing confidence as a parent. That might look like holding the baby so you can shower, helping you process your birth story, or making sure you have something nourishing to eat, but it’s always grounded in emotional presence and practical support, not task lists.
Here’s what’s not included in postpartum doula services:
- Deep cleaning or full housekeeping
- Running errands
- Medical tasks or clinical advice
- Formal lactation consulting (though I can absolutely help troubleshoot and refer you to specialists)
Think of your postpartum doula as someone who supports and guides, rather than someone who’s there to check things off your to-do list.
FAQ
I stay within 50 miles of Deerfield, MA. A flat rate travel fee does apply for anything further than 45 minutes outside of Deerfield.
I’ve curated a list of trusted lactation consultants, pediatricians, nanny services, housekeeping services, parent groups, pelvic floor therapists, yoga classes, massage therapists, acupuncture, chiropractors, and childcare providers. I can also connect you with other parents in your area!
We can schedule up to six visits in total per birth. Availability is limited so please book sooner rather than later!
Absolutely – I provide postpartum support for families whether or not I attended the birth.
I work with families of all constellations – Queer families, BIPOC families, Spanish-speaking families, etc. I have a master’s in multicultural education, so honoring you family’s culture is very important to me!
