The meaning of 'doula' pronounced 'doola' is Greek for 'woman's servant'

to integrate within the family allowing a smooth transition to parenthood for the first, second or third time
provide support and information to enable you to feel a more confident parent.
to give reassurance on everyday babycare tasks; bathing, topping and tailing, using baby-wearing slings, prams/moses baskets, putting your baby/babies to sleep.
to support your feeding choice for your baby/babies and provide any extra information.

Role of a postnatal doula

look after your baby/babies while you have a sleep, a shower, time with an older sibling or simply time for yourself.

do light housework e.g. laundry, tidy up, hoovering or washing up.
take the dog for a walk, accompany you and your baby/babies to any postnatal appointments or take siblings to nursery or the park.
ensure that you are eating healthily throughout the day helping your body to recover from pregnancy.

Services

Regular help - £27 per hour (minimum 3 hours)

I can do 1 session a week or up to 5 sessions a week working on a flexible basis (weaning away from me as you become more confident)
This usually lasts from 4 weeks up to 3 months or longer if required
Please contact me now to book in/find out more.
Once only - £100 (3 hours)

I come into your home and reassure you on babycare tasks and support your feeding choice for you baby and provide extra information if required.
Please contact me now to book in/find out more.