Prenatal “Nesting” Services
In addition to postpartum doula services, I am excited to now offer “nesting” prenatal services for clients during the last trimester of pregnancy!
The weeks leading up to your baby’s birth can be an exciting but overwhelming time with all of the preparations to be made in anticipation of your little one’s arrival. The fatigue and physical limitations/discomfort in the final weeks of pregnancy can make it difficult to finish completing everything on your prenatal to-do list and get into “nesting” mode. Having an extra hand and support person to assist with preparing for baby (while you relax and put those swollen feet up!) can be a welcome relief for expectant parents. This time is also a great opportunity for client and postpartum doula to build a relationship and get to know each other before the birth of the baby.
Having extra prenatal support is extremely helpful for high risk pregnancies, pregnancy complications, parents without a support system, and just general overwhelm! Prenatal service offerings include but are not limited to:
setting up and organizing nursery/baby items
preparing your home by setting up stations for breastfeeding/pumping, diaper changes, postpartum supplies
running errands
meal planning & prep, including freezer meals
assistance with daily household tasks
sanitizing bottles/pump supplies
washing new baby clothes/linens
reorganizing home spaces to accommodate the growing family
emotional support/talking through anxieties & fears about birth/postpartum
accompanying mom to appointments if needed
assistance with selecting & purchasing last minute baby items
setting up & learning how to use breast pump
preparation and education on newborn care/breastfeeding/postpartum care
postpartum planning
promoting self care/rest for expectant mother
providing prenatal/postpartum resources ….and more!