Virtual Postpartum Doula Support

As your virtual postpartum doula, I provide non-judgemental research-based advice and guidance to help prepare and walk you through your transition into parenthood.

Virtual postpartum doula support is an extension of the normal in-person postpartum support.  Instead of the typical in-person support, I supply emotional and educational support through online platforms including FaceTime, WhatsApp, Marco Polo, Email and informational videos.  Support is provided via video calls, text and/or phone calls, through correspondence on Marco Polo and person-to-person emails.  I’m available for any questions that you may have regarding your new baby and the postpartum period in general.  If you are having any doubts about what is normal, let me know.  If you are having a bad day and feeling overwhelmed, let me know this as well. If you just want someone to talk to because you’ve been in the house all day and want to talk to someone about something other than the baby, I’m available for that too. 

I created this resource as a way to connect with new parents who aren’t in close proximity (those who can’t receive my in-person support), for those who have family/friends available to provide physical support but need additional educational/emotional support, and for those who want a friendly, but experienced perspective. I’m looking forward to getting to know you and hear about your postpartum needs!

The Virtual Postpartum Doula support discusses a variety of topics including:

How to Bond/play with baby

Tips to aid perineal pain and healing

Tips about Infant feeding: breast/chestfeeding, bottle feeding, breast pumps and storage

What to expect for diapering, feeding, sleeping, etc. 

How to deal with visitors and family

How to create community/use your community to help with hands-on support/giving the birthing parent a break

Babywearing

How to make time for you and your partner

Self Care

Recognizing the signs of Postpartum Depression/Anxiety and other Perinatal Mood disorders and where to get help for a proper diagnosis and treatment

6 weeks of Support $600

2 video calls (approx. 15-45 mins each)  for the first week and 1 video call per week for the remaining 5 weeks: Total 7 video calls

8 weeks of Support $800

2 video calls (approx. 15-45 mins each) per week for the first 2 weeks and 1 video call per week for the remaining  6 weeks: Total 10 Skype calls

12 weeks of Support $1200

2 video calls (approx. 15-45 mins each) per week for the first 2 weeks and 1 video call per week for the remaining  10 weeks: Total 14 video calls

Virtual Postpartum Doula access also includes:

Email access with response within 24-36 hours

Marco Polo Q&A response within 24-36 hours

References to resources in your area including:

Lactation Counselors and Lactation Consultants

Breastfeeding Support Groups

New Parent Support Groups

Perinatal Mood Disorder Counselors and Support Resources

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT VIRTUAL POSTPARTUM DOULA SUPPORT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. ALL URGENT/MEDICAL QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DISCUSSED WITH YOUR MEDICAL PROVIDER.

Please visit the “Contact The Doula’s Garden” page to request our services.

*Payment plans available, if needed(Please Ask!).