Postnatal & Night Doula
The early weeks after birth can be overwhelming. As your postnatal doula my role is to "mother the mother". I will be there to offer support, companionship, and assist with newborn care. I am there to take away some of the day to day pressures allowing you to bond with your new baby.
Support might include (these will vary depending on the needs of the family):
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Support with feeding, bath time, nappy changes, calming baby
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Light housework, meal preparation, shopping, errands
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Signposting local groups and services
My aim as a postnatal doula is to build your confidence as you navigate the first few months as a parent and facilitate a smooth transition. I will be there as a friend to sit with you and listen.
Overnight services
As a night doula I look after your baby whilst you get some rest.
Each overnight plan is tailored to meet the needs of the family.
Support from 10pm until 6am
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Juggle light chores early evening, before everyone goes to sleep
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Feed baby and/or bring to parent to breastfeed
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Discuss and help to maintain milk supply if necessary
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Wind, change, calm and comfort baby back to sleep
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Provide a full report of your baby's activity the following morning
"Yvonne played a huge part of our families postpartum journey (from about 3 - 6 months). She was supportive, non-judgemental and offered advice to help us as new parents. She was happy to answer any questions from feeding to traveling with a baby with useful tips from her own experiences.
Yvonne was brilliant with our new baby, she would fall asleep in Yvonne’s arms, play, sing and entertain her while I was getting jobs done around the house or taking a nap. Yvonne was an advocate for me and my breastfeeding journey, as I’m sure if she hadn’t been around I may have given up. I would highly recommend Yvonne to any new parents, my only regret is that we didn’t contact her sooner!"
Harriet