Postpartum Doula Services

**Current Update: After 16 treasured years in doula work, Kara Jo has transitioned to the world of maternal & perinatal mental health. She is now practicing as a therapist (intern) at Counseling Care in Lake Elmo, MN.

www.counselingcare.us

Nurturing you as you welcome your new baby(ies)

Everyone deserves compassionate and knowledgeable care to make their transition a smooth and positive one.  Breastfeeding support, newborn care, light cleaning, meal preparation and sibling integration are just a few of the ways a postpartum doula can help lighten the load for your family.

Kara Jo provides limited postpartum hours, typically in 4 to 6 hour weekday daytime shifts M-F between 8am-3pm.

We are currently not able to offer overnight postpartum shifts.

Investment:  $45/hr. 

Postpartum Doula Packages

  • Happy Mama, Happy Baby – 12 hours (3, four-hour shifts, or 2, six- hour shifts) ~ $540

  • Babymoon Bliss – 20 hours (5, four-hour shifts) ~ $900

  • Babymoon Bliss Platinum – 40 hours (10, four-hour shifts) ~ $!800

  • A La Carte – $45/hr, minimum of three hours per shift

* Additional hours and packages may be purchased later if our schedules allow.
* Services are typically paid for with 50% down and the remainder paid two weeks before services are scheduled to end. Services spanning two weeks or less are paid upfront in full.
* If you are in need of a payment plan, please ask!

Postpartum Services May Include…

  • Nurturing the Mother ~ Discussion and tips for postpartum healing & recovery, support for sleep and nutritional needs, light meal and snack preparation, caring for household tasks so mama can nap or rest, a listening ear when mom needs to talk about concerns, fears, or questions.

  • Breastfeeding Support ~ As Lactation Counselors, we can help you get off to a great start and assist with troubleshooting if challenges arise. We also have experience with multiples.

  • Newborn Care Support ~ Whether you are welcoming one baby or several, we provide assistance in learning to care for your new baby(ies). We provide gentle support to give you and opportunity for self-care, such as a much needed nap or bath.

  • Processing Your Birth ~ Whether you had an idyllic birth or a more difficult one, it can be helpful to talk through and process your experience with someone who understands.

  • Family and Sibling Support ~ New babies are an adjustment for everyone! We can offer tips for your partner and siblings to bond with baby and to discover their new role within the family.

  • Household Duties ~ Light housekeeping tasks such as dishes, laundry, tidying, nursery organization, pet care/dog walking.

  • Meal Preparation ~ May include meal planning, grocery shopping, light meal prepping, cooking, serving, or freezing for later.

  • Running Errands ~ A quick trip to the store for necessities or groceries.

  • Assessment for Postpartum Mood & Anxiety Issues ~ Assistance in discerning what is normal in the postpartum period and will provide referrals to other professionals when needed.

  • Local Resource Support ~ Referrals and recommendations for local community & online resources.