my Services

 

what does a postpartum doula do?

We weren’t meant to navigate the postpartum period in isolation.  Traditionally, and for most of human history, parents have been surrounded by a loving community of family and friends, waited on hand and foot, while they rest in bed with baby snuggled close.  In many countries today, parents enjoy up to a year of parental leave and free home visits from baby nurses during the postpartum period.  Here in America, we’re sent home from the hospital or birthing center with some basic information about keeping baby alive, but no advice on how to cope when the sleep deprivation sets in, or when your new reality isn’t meeting your expectations of new parenthood. 

This is where a postpartum doula fits into our modern lives. 

what does a lactation counselor do?

While many describe breast/chest feeding as “natural” it doesn’t mean that it’s easy. As a lactation counselor my goal is to help you reach your goals! I can troubleshoot issues and provide evidence based, non-judgmental support. Lactation consultants help improve the outcome of breastfeeding and lactation care through education and management. We can help new parents with nearly every conceivable aspect of breast/chest feeding.

“As first time parents we wanted help and Ivory was our saving grace. She was comforting, trustworthy, knowledgeable and most importantly she helped us navigate through the trials of being new parents. She cared for our newborn daughter with love and tenderness while providing us with important tips on breastfeeding, sleep and general care. She far exceeded our expectations and we hope to hire her again in the future when we decide to have another baby.””
— Linda M

 

i don’t JUST care for the baby – i support YOU and the whole family.

  • Short-term, long-term, and live-in care available

  • Prioritize parents’ emotional and physical recovery from birth

  • Help facilitate parent–infant bonding during the vulnerable newborn fog

  • Explain, encourage and provide hands-on techniques for effective infant soothing

  • Unbiased support with feedings at the breast or bottle

  • Assist with all basic newborn care

  • Help ease sibling transition with new baby

  • Emotional support and stability as the whole family adjusts to their new normal

  • Baby laundry and light errands

  • Meal planning, light preparation and light housekeeping

  • Help with babywearing

  • Help establish new routine for parents that are going back to work after maternity leave

  • Sleep support and guidance