“A Postpartum doula is there to help a new family in those first days and weeks after bringing home a a new baby. Research shows that moms, dads and babies have an easier time with this transition if a good support team is in place.”
– American Pregnancy Association
A Postpartum doula can fill a void left by our society’s modern treatment of new mothers. Traditionally, grandmothers, aunties, and other women in the family or village, would come together to care for the new mother. They would put her to bed to rest and bond and feed her new baby. The new mother would be fed easy to digest foods and her body would be bound, massaged, and kept warm for a predetermined length of time. Her daily tasks around the home, including care of any other children, would all be seen to by others. The length of time varies between 2 weeks and 40 days. Modern science has shown us that a woman’s body is going through some pretty major physiological shifts in the first 6-8 weeks postpartum. We can now prove with evidence based information that these postpartum traditions are the way to heal and rejuvenate a new mother’s body.
As you move from the third trimester of your pregnancy toward the birth of your baby and the fourth trimester, there are a few simple things you can do to prepare for your postpartum period. In our western culture all eyes are on baby making its appearance and not much value is place on the the birth of the new mother. I will help you relearn and remember how to care for your body and thrive in your postpartum period.
I am passionate about helping couples transition into new families within the sanctity of their own homes. I can help with newborn basics, from bathing to breastfeeding. I can assist in meal planning, resetting and restoring your health and support you through this amazing season of your life.
There are physiological implications that explain the need for western culture to relearn ancient ways of treating new mothers during the weeks after giving birth. Postpartum traditions among non-western cultures are varied but have a couple of things in common. For example, every culture understands the importance of hot and cold during a women’s recovery and the necessity of confinement for a period of time after birth. I can help you learn how to reclaim this sacred time in your life and take control of your future health.
“My wife was recovering from her third C-section and we had two other children, ages 3 & 5. I was unable to take much time off from work, but was confident in knowing Cindy was in our home helping the transition of having a new little go as smoothly as possible. She prepared meals and straightened up around the house all while entertaining my little ones with stories, art projects and walks around the block. I am so grateful for the postpartum work that Cindy did with us.”
“I still call and text Cindy, even though she is no longer making visits, for her advice regarding sleep, use of the pacifier, and other infant related isssues. Each time I was reassured what my heart was already telling me. I recently hired Cindy for nighttime care. My husband was away on business and the baby had sinusitis, which wasn’t letting either of us sleep. Cindy came and stayed alert and ready for any care that L needed, and I was able to get my much needed rest.”
