Postpartum Doula Services
In-home Support
In-home Support Packages Include:
Postpartum Planning Session, completed together prior to birth
*see ‘Postpartum Planning Session’ option below for details
*if we begin working together after your baby is born, we will cover the applicable planning details during our first visit
Processing birth story together
Support for your chosen method of feeding
Working through typical challenges as you & baby learn to breastfeed together; referring to local IBCLC when needed
Mental health check-ins + PMADs screening; providing additional resources & local referrals when needed
Understanding infant communication/cues and development
Support and strategies for prolonged infant crying
Practice babywearing to generate more freedom and bonding as you transition to daily life with baby
Preparation of nourishing snacks & light meal prep
Tidying & organization of your home space
Other light household tasks (laundry + folding, organizing baby clothes and nursery, watering houseplants, etc.)
Comprehensive community resources & referrals
Text support during established hours
Fee: $750 / 5 visits
Suggested Schedule: (2-3 hours per visit)
Week 1: 2 visits
Week 2: 2 visits
Week 3: 1 visit
Good Fit For:
those who plan to have family or friend help on a regular basis but would like to have the additional support, resources & insights of a trained postpartum doula
those whose baby has already been born and are seeking the support and resources of a postpartum doula ASAP (within first 12 weeks after birth, pending availability)
those who have experienced postpartum before and would like support for a shorter period of time to benefit the family’s recovery, rest, and adjustment
3 weeks
Fee: $1100 / 8 visits
Suggested Schedule: (2-3 hours per visit)
Weeks 1-2: 2 visits per week
Weeks 3-6: 1 visit per week
Good Fit For:
first-time parents who want to feel prepared and assured they’ll have the emotional & practical support and resources that they’ll need as they recover, rest, and adjust to their new reality in the weeks after birth
those who don’t have family or friends nearby to provide consistent help
those who may have family or friends nearby, but prefer they not be as closely involved during this initial time of vulnerability & unpredictability
6 weeks
“There were many things I encountered during my postpartum time that I was not prepared for and Meredith validated my feelings and made me feel like I wasn’t alone. It was so nice to have a safe space to talk through what I was going through with her. I ended up really looking forward to the days she came over! The help with organization was also appreciated.”
6-week postpartum client
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Postpartum Planning Session
Postpartum Planning Session includes evidence based information on:
Physical recovery from birth
Emotional and mental health (hormone changes during postpartum, baby blues vs. Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders)
How to get rest amid the 24-hour feed/sleep cycle
Framework for consistent yet flexible daily routines to provide a sense of grounding for the entire family
How to involve your support network in ways that leave you feeling supported, not drained
Ways to foster early bonding with baby
Breastfeeding: the biological process, maximizing comfort, bottle feeding, common challenges
Best practices for alternative feeding methods
Safe sleep practices whether you choose for baby to sleep in your bed, a bassinet, or a crib
Infant care basics
Redefining roles of how household tasks will get done
Connecting to the outside world and previous activities in ways that feel nourishing instead of depleting
Postpartum recovery essentials to have on hand before birth
Meal train set-up and/or freezer meal planning
postpartum planning session
Fee: $250 (planning session only)
*planning session included with 3 or 6 week in-home package if booked prior to birth
Schedule: 1 visit (2-3 hours)
*This is a PRENATAL visit*: ideally between mid-2nd & mid-3rd trimester
Good Fit For:
new parents wanting to know more about the reality of what to expect during the first 12 weeks after birth while creating a customized plan for recovery & adjustment that is unique to their family dynamic and preferences
those who know they will have a dependable support network to rely on during the fourth trimester but would like help determining how best to utilize each resource to avoid burning any one of them out
those who are considering postpartum support and would like to start by creating a solid, customized support plan with the help of a trained doula
*if you decide to book one of my in-home support packages after we have completed the planning session together, the planning session payment will be deducted from the overall package fee, pending availability
“I felt much calmer than I did with my first two newborns. Partly because I generally knew what to expect after birth, but mainly because this time we had set up the support we knew we needed ahead of time. Choosing someone like Meredith with a grounded, calming, and friendly demeanor was important to us in planning for this postpartum.”
6-week postpartum client
While postpartum preparations can be made in advance, we won’t know:
how your labor and birth will unfold
how your body and mind will respond to the recovery
what your baby’s temperament will be like
how your loved ones will meet the moments
how all of this will fit with your expectations of new parenthood
My first visit will typically be around day 4 after birth, depending on when you’re home and settled. From there we’ll solidify our schedule together.
Feel more prepared, less uncertain as you enter the next stage
Book your free consultation chat now
Client Testimonials
“Some days it was nice to just be able to open up and chat with someone who gets it. Meredith is so approachable and thoughtful and even brought over some relevant reading for me which I had mentioned I enjoyed—and recipes for us to try.”
“As a dad of 3 (using a postpartum doula for the first time) I would prioritize this expense, as introducing our third baby into the world was a very important and sensitive time for us. Meredith’s support was worth the money and we’re extremely glad we made the decision to work with her.”
“The simple act of prepping our dinner plates and popping them in the fridge blew my mind. It took so much stress off of us in those early days when mealtime seemed like such a chore.”
“Using a postpartum doula was a nice little confidence boost for us to get back to real life after having our baby. Everything Meredith did was so helpful—I would highly recommend her as your postpartum doula.”
“Whether it was just sitting in my bed the first couple of days chatting with her, or folding laundry with her in the 6th week, Meredith’s support was vital.”
Did You Know…
The postpartum hormone drop is the largest, most rapid hormone change for any human at any point in their life
The U.S. is one of the only countries that puts more focus on pregnancy than on postpartum
100% of parents can benefit from postpartum care in the first month after birth
I provide nonjudgmental, evidence based support and resources so you don’t have to rely on social media or compulsive googling for reassurance of your instincts and decisions.
This enables you to focus on rest, recovery, and bonding as you grow confident in your capabilities during this time of awe and vulnerability.
You are the expert on your baby, your body and your experience.
