Postpartum doula support is dedicated to focus on the needs of the birthing person as they welcome change in their postpartum body and life. Because birth, no matter how smooth it goes or how traumatic or challenging it is, it rocks your body open and unsettles your nervous system. And just like new born babies, postpartum parents also need to be held and embraced as they ease into recovering from birth. By merging ancient healing wisdoms from my heartland Southeast Asia, holistic bodywork and doula skills, I show up for all postpartum birthing individuals to help them honor rest and show kindness towards themselves.

Postpartum support shifts may include, but not limited to: 

• Non-judgmental emotional support and active listening to help process feelings and debrief the birth for both parents.
• Uninterrupted sleep or a pause from responsibilities: I can look after light household tasks and pets, take care of children, and anything to make your life feel lighter while you nap or spend uninterrupted bonding time with your newborn.
• Bonding time with older children and partner: I can take care of the new born ’s needs while you can take time to be present for one another
• Assisting the birthing person’s unique needs through self-care, including showering and setting up relaxing baths, gentle movement, and rest
• Physical support for the birthing person, including lifting objects, showering, making herbal sitz baths, and walking, stretching, etc.
• Gentle bodywork to heal, replenish and regulate your body and parasympathetic nervous system.
• Teaching new parents baby massage to aid parent-child bonding
• Aiding the new mother with rebalancing her uterus and pelvic area through Thai postpartum abdominal massage and belly wrapping.
• Bringing a nourishing postpartum soup and a snack for both you and your partner at each shift. For weekly postpartum meals at your doorstep, contact me. 
• Recommendations for perinatal professionals or other supportive resources to enhance your healing and help you build a support system for parenting. Resources can be about breastfeeding, processing birth trauma, pelvic floor health, and infant care, etc.
• Anything that the birthing person needs!