A free prenatal visit with both parents

Breastfeeding tips and information support

Assistance with sibling/family adjustment

Meal and snack preparation/grocery shopping/errands

Care for the mom, baby and family in your home in the first few weeks following the birth

Help with organizing the nursery and selecting baby products

Assistance and instruction on newborn care, soothing and calming techniques

Non-medical, non-judgmental and emotional support as you adjust to your new role as a parent

Companionship, Household organization, Resources and referrals

Reasons clients Hire Susan as Postpartum Doula

First-time parents get experienced advice, support and reassurance that they’re doing it “right”
No need for far-away family members to feel guilty for not being there
In need of non-judgmental emotional support
History of depression or postpartum depression
Anticipate having a hard time breastfeeding or had trouble in the past
Adoption, possibly with short notice before the baby arrives
Wish to set aside one-on-one time with older children
Single parents can feel easily overwhelmed and having someone there to help can be very comforting
New to the community? I have resources to help connect you to other new moms
If you are expecting multiple babies an extra set of hands are invaluable. I have extensive twin experience
A premature infant or a baby with special needs can bring on many concerns that I can assist with
A difficult pregnancy, cesarean section, or other birth experience requiring more healing time

I am a Certified Lactation Counselor and want to support you with your desire to breastfeed
I can help put you on track to successfully nurse your baby
I can help you nurse and supplement your baby if needed
I will give you non-judgmental emotional support
I can help you with your other children while you are nursing
I can help you with pumping and choosing the right pump for your needs
I can help you if you are anticipating having difficulty because of a prior nursing experience
I can give you strategies for helping other siblings in the house adjust to you nursing your new baby
If your partner needs to go back to work they can feel confident that you and your new baby will be well cared for while they are at work
I have experience with many breastfeeding issues including latching properly, low milk supply, cracked, sore and/or inverted nipples, engorgement and nursing multiples to name a few