Gentle Journeys Doula Services
Michelle Ellinger
Birth and Postpartum Doula
Madison, WI
ph: (608) 577-8611
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Postpartum doula services include:One free 45 min. meeting (or phone conversation if the need is urgent) to get to know each other and decide if we are a good "fit"
Non-judgemental support as needed from immediately to 12 weeks postpartum
Scheduled visits in your home, at times that work best for your family
Assisting and observing early breastfeeding; answering questions, helping with latch and positioning, and referring to a lactation consultant if needed.
Help establishing a support network and finding other mothers/families to connect with
Answering routine non-medical questions (“Is this normal?”)
Phone and email support
Caring for your newborn in your home while you rest, take a shower, or spend time with your other children/partner
Caring for other children in your home while you rest, take a shower, spend time with your partner, or newborn
Support while learning to care for your newborn (diapering, organization, feeding, sleep, etc)
Referrals to local resources when appropriate
Help with household organization, baby’s laundry and/or light cleaning and meal preparation
Listening to and assisting in processing of your birth story
Give medical advice
Give advice about lactation beyond routine early questions
Take care of your baby or other children without you in the home
Heavy housework such as vacuuming, mopping, bathrooms, yard work
Postpartum services are billed at $20-25 per hour, depending upon the number of hours and visits desired.
I offer a birth and postpartum discount package. Please contact me for details.
Gentle Journeys Doula Services
Michelle Ellinger
Birth and Postpartum Doula
Madison, WI
ph: (608) 577-8611
m_elling