Richmond Area Postpartum
Doula Services

Breaking news!  In light of the present Covid situation, all postpartum services are being offered in person as well as virtually.  Choose the option that is best suited to meet your needs.

Expectant couples pay close attention to their preparation during the prenatal period carefully researching their options of care providers, birth plans, birth doulas, childbirth prep classes, and making choices to ensure a satisfying birth experience.  But too often they overlook the postpartum season as also requiring a plan of action in order to ensure a smooth transition into that special season.

The initial postpartum days can be extremely challenging to say the least.  Between healing physically from your delivery, fluctuating hormones, sleep deprivation, and the emotional ups and downs familiar to the newly delivered couple, the postpartum family is especially vulnerable. The reassuring presence of an experienced and compassionate postpartum doula can mean all the difference in the world.

Our postpartum recovery team fills that void left once your provider is no longer on the scene and you’re on your own with your baby.  We’re highly educated and experienced in newborn care and the specific nuances of postpartum recovery.  Think of us a cross between a supportive friend and an executive assistant dedicated to completing your every need and keeping track of the details that are most important to you.  We help your newly delivered family stay afloat and find that perfect balance so you can enjoy those moments of peace and bonding so necessary to the newborn season.

Day or night you can count on our postpartum team to be available for your every need.  Our postpartum doulas are more than just night nannies.  While the role of a night nanny is solely to care for your newborn our Postpartum Doula support is for the entire family.  While swaddling, feeding, bathing, or changing baby can be especially helpful to Mom and Dad we’re also happy to perform many other tasks such as light housekeeping, sibling care, meal preparation, laundry, shopping, pet care, etc.

Infant Feeding Plan – we will support you in setting up a feeding routine that suits your parenting style and your baby’s needs, whether that be breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or both.

Tongue Tie/Frenenctomy – should your baby need intervention for a tongue tie our team of doulas can support you before, during, and after the entire process.

Daily Schedules & Routines – we’re available to help you as you devise the sleep, play and feeding patterns that best reflect the goals you have established for your home.

Referrals – should your family require additional services that are outside of our scope of practice we’re able to provide you the referrals needed to make a smooth connection to the proper professional.

Establishing Healthy Sleep Cycles – we’re highly trained in normal newborn sleep patterns and can help the family establish healthy sleep routines. We’ll help you find the sleep designs that are ideal for your family.

Breastfeeding Assistance – your postpartum doula is thoroughly trained to support moms along their breastfeeding journey.  They can trouble shoot in the following areas: latch issues, positioning suggestions, sore nipples, low milk supply, engorgement, let-down reflex, inverted nipples, etc.  They are also familiar with the symptoms of common breastfeeding challenges such as mastitis and plugged milk ducts and can recommend solutions to get you and your baby back on track.

Postpartum Depression Identification – our postpartum doulas are highly trained in all areas pertaining to post-delivery and can offer assistance in identifying the signs and symptoms of baby blues or postpartum depression.  We can help parents as they determine a course of action should circumstances require outside attention that is beyond our level of expertise.

Postpartum Doula Services ~ $35 per hour

7 NIGHTS WITH Ruthy EXCLUSIVELY – RETAINER FEE – $2,500
Everything in the standard package above PLUS

• ~ 10 hours of night care from Ruthy, over 7 nights, during the first 3 weeks after birth
• ~ All 7 nights with Ruthy guaranteed (Option: If unforeseen extreme circumstances arise, we can carefully select a substitute to meet your needs)
• ~ Additional support from Ruthy at $35/hour through week 12 (shifts based on availability)

EXCLUSIVELY – RETAINER FEE – $4,900
Everything in the standard package PLUS

• ~ 10 hours of night care from Ruthy, over 14 nights, during the first 4 weeks after birth
• ~ All 14 nights with Ruthy guaranteed (Option: If unforeseen extreme circumstances arise, a carefully selected replacement will step in to meet your needs)
• Additional support from Ruthy at $30/hour through week 12 (Advance arrangements required.)
• ​Additional support from a team member at the standard rate through week 12, no advanced arrangements required

Are you considering pampering yourself with the services of a Postpartum Doula?  Would you like an option where you can sample the full line of services without having to commit to a larger package?  Are you looking for the ideal gift suggestion to offer friends and family for your perfect Baby Shower Gift?  Why not encourage folks to gift you with the lavish support of a Postpartum Doula to assist you during your postpartum season.  Experience the reassuring care provided by a knowledgeable and capable Maternal Support Expert and hire your Postpartum Doula today…you’ll never be the same!

NEW Add-on!  Gift your home with the perfect choice for meal preparation and execution during your postpartum recovery.  This 2 hour in home consultation, completed before or after delivery, is designed to gather detailed information regarding the eating habits and preferences of your family.  This interview facilitates an in depth discussion surrounding your family’s food propensities and nutritional needs.  This is also the ideal time to outline any food allergies or sensitivities as well as any religious dietary restrictions your family observes.  Our postpartum doulas want to be well informed and respectful in order to serve you to the best of our abilities.  We can also attune the meal planning to accommodate for the additional calorie needs of the breastfeeding mom.  Use this top of the line service to guide your postpartum doula as she prepares nutritious and satisfying snacks and meals that are perfectly tailored to your family’s lifestyle.

Do you envision yourself adjusting into a successful and satisfying postpartum experience with your newly delivered baby?  Are you seeking a calm and tranquil postpartum season knowing you’ve been well prepared utilizing our Postpartum Plan while you transition to early parenthood?  Our Postpartum Planning Guide is an exhaustive resource outlining multiple crucial areas that expectant parents should make provisions for prior to a baby’s birth.  By taking advantage of our years of personal and professional experience and specialized training you will reap the benefits and gain a thorough and complete plan of action for your postpartum phase. 

This guide is meant to be utilized during an information packed in-home 2 hour consultation with me, your personal assistant.  A few of the critical areas covered in our Postpartum Plan include: baby care, taking care of mom, delegation, parents’ self-care, breastfeeding/bottle feeding support, bonding, visitors/guests, obtaining/maintaining outside help, postpartum depression, managing household responsibilities, and sleeping arrangements.  

Private Consultation ~ $175

The Bengkung style of belly binding is specific to the Malaysian culture.  Belly binding is an ancient tradition of many eastern cultures that involves using special knots to tie a long strip of cloth around the abdomen – sometimes after applying an herbal paste or essential oils to the abdomen – during the postpartum recovery period  to support a woman’s uterus and other organs after childbirth.   Belly Binding Service: includes 3 in-home private sessions where we will apply the warming oils and bind the postpartum mother.  On the final session I will offer tips on self-binding so the practice can be continued ~ $225