Postpartum Doula Placement

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Feeling “called” to this work, our Postpartum Doulas have special empathy in their hearts for the sacred feminine art of creation during pregnancy and mothering after birth. Our Postpartum Doulas believe in a parent’s ability to care for their child while also understanding the challenges of the recovery process and the overwhelm of new parenthood. By accessing each parent’s intuition for raising children and helping them to foster their instincts by providing compassionate guidance, traditional wisdom and best practices, we empower families to thrive.

In addition to creating an environment for truly restorative recovery from birth, our team of professionals focus on helping baby to gently adjust to the fourth trimester outside of the womb. These first few months are a time for mother and baby to settle into many important “firsts”, such as breastfeeding, if that is a goal, aiding baby through the  challenging aspects of new digestion to shaping shifting sleep routines as baby “wakes up” to their new surroundings. Our Postpartum Doulas support families in navigating the magical first few months after birth.

Our standards for a successful doula placement are based upon the family internalizing strong feelings of confidence, encouragement, spiritual and physical nourishment along with gaining valuable techniques for caring for their new baby.

"Good beginnings make a positive difference in the world, so it is worth our while to provide the best possible care for mothers and babies throughout this extraordinarily influential part of life."

                                                                                                                                                                — Ina May Gaskin

• Mentorship and Support: Shannon Hernandez, a dedicated mentor, provides ongoing support and expertise to all doulas on the team. Clients have access to her knowledge and guidance throughout their contract with us.
• Certified Excellence: All Dream Team Doulas have completed in-person certification with DONA Standards and are committed to continuing education to stay at the forefront of newborn care.
• Reliable, Flexible Scheduling:
• We keep 1-2 weeks open on our calendar before your due date to accommodate early arrivals.
• First right of refusal is given to contracted clients in case additional services are needed.
• Team Care: Our doulas work in pairs to ensure you're always supported, even if your primary provider falls ill.
• Guaranteed Services: Our contracts guarantee care according to the scheduled dates on our calendar.
• Award Winning Service:  Dream Team Doulas has earned recognition for our exceptional services, including multiple awards for our dedicated care. Our expertise has also been featured in documentaries on postpartum depression, referenced in postpartum literature, and highlighted in popular blogs such as Scary Mommy. 
• High profile Experience: Staff is trained for high profile families and offer travel services.

Our Process: Simple, Supportive, and Tailored to You

1. Initial Intake: We begin with a phone consultation to listen to your preferences, answer all your questions, and help determine the ideal length of your contracted services.
2. Contracting and Deposit: After discussing your needs, we move forward with contracting services. A small deposit secures your spot and guarantees our team's commitment to you.
3. Doula Matching and Complimentary Meeting: Once matched with your doula, she will schedule a complimentary in-home meeting. During this session, she'll discuss your personalized postpartum plan, including:
   
   • Nursery evaluation and setup
   • Product recommendations
   • Breastfeeding/formula resources
   • Safe sleep practices
   • General postpartum care

1. The Arrival of Your Baby: Once you're discharged from the hospital, your doula will be there to support you on your first scheduled day of care as outlined in the contract.