Laboring Hands Postpartum Doula Services

A complete Postpartum Doula package includes:

  • Free initial interview
  • Consult Visit to create a "Postpartum Plan" for your family
  • Mother the new Mother--first and foremost!
  • Care and Support of the new mom, including information on physical and emotional recovery after birth
  • Breastfeeding support and resources
  • Light housekeeping
  • Short errands, such as grocery store, pharmacy, or post office
  • Newborn care such as bathing, feeding, diapering and comforting
  • Guidance and resources on newborn care
  • Baby soothing skills
  • Light meal preparation
  • Accompanying mom on first outings
  • Sibling care
  • Education and information on purchasing nursery and baby items
  • Referrals for local parenting resources
  • Education and instruction on babywearing
  • Pet Care

Postpartum services are provided hourly. Service is provided in 3-5 hour increments dependent on the travel distance. Service can be scheduled for 1-3 days a week, for 1-4 weeks. Overnight shifts are available for an additional fee in 6-8 hour increments.

Once Lesley has been hired for postpartum services and a contract is signed, a non-refundable deposit is made for your first 4 hours of service. This books your spot on Lesley's birth calendar.

Postpartum Services range from $25-$35 an hour based on travel distance and day or nighttime service.

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