After Birth: Postpartum Support

Emotional & practical care for the early days of parenthood.

“Postpartum is a quest back to yourself”

-Amethyst Joy

The Role of a Postpartum Doula

Emotional Support- listens and provides encouragement to help parents navigate the emotional ups and downs. Builds confidence in new parental roles.

Practical Support- assists with newborn care: bathing, diapering, soothing, and feeding (breast, bottle, pumping). Helps establish routines that work for the family.

Sibling & Family Support- helps the household adjust to life with a new baby and maintain balance during the transition.

Physical Support- supports postpartum recovery with guidance on comfort measures and resource referrals. Provides hands-on help, like caring for baby while parents can rest or shower.

Household Assistance- performs light chores such as laundry, dishes, and meal prep so parent can tend to baby without added stress.

Education & Resources- teaches evidence-based infant care and development tips. Offers guidance on parental self-care, nutrition, and rest.

  • Postpartum is forever. That being said, most people consider the postpartum period to be the first 6-8 weeks after birth.

  • Yes. For an overnight rate, Wombly offers care to newborns after 8pm.

  • Should you feel that you need more care than what your package offers you, you may upgrade at any time. However, we are firm on our boundary of sticking to the times of our scheduled sessions. Because doulas are constantly pouring into others, it’s important that there is a mutual respect for each other’s time and expectations. There is also a high chance that multiple clients are booked for services on the same day, so sticking to your allotted time slot is imperative.

  • Wombly is here to hold space and remind you that you’re not alone. Whether it’s helping you find small moments of rest, offering resources, or just being a judgment-free presence, I’ll support you in whatever way feels right. We’ll move through it together.

  • Postpartum is a sacred window of healing and deep transformation. We believe in slow, intentional care- in nourishing the body and tending to emotions as they come. Whether that means offering hands-on support or simply sitting with you in the quiet moments, my role is to honor your journey and help you feel held as you step into this new chapter.

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Symptoms to watch for

-Persistent sadness or excessive crying

-Severe mood swings or irritability

-Difficulty bonding with your baby

-Withdrawal from family and friends

-Changes in appetite or sleep patterns

-Overwhelming fatigue or loss of energy

-Intense fear or worry

-Feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness

-Thoughts of harming yourself or your baby

If you are experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD) or postpartum anxiety (PPA), it’s important to seek professional support promptly. Early intervention can significantly improve outcomes for both parent and child.

These conditions are common and treatable, and you don’t have to go through it alone.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please reach out for support:

Postpartum Support International HelpLine:

1-800-944-4773

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

1-800-273-8255 (available 24/7)

In case of an emergency or if you feel you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Remember, reaching out for help is a sign of strength. You deserve support and care during this time.