You’ve had a baby! Congrats. Now the work begins. ❤️
Minute one home with your baby: I'm fine, I've got this.
Minute three through age 18: OH GOD HELP PLEASE.
Don’t worry - we’ve got you!
the laundry done, meals prepped, and your baby sleeping soundly
NOT having to ask your mother-in-law to take out the trash when she comes to visit
your toddler entertained and content as they adjust to being a big sibling
NOT having to fend off unsolicited advice from your child-free cousin when you’ve only slept for 7.8 minutes in the past week 😖
being able to shower, eat, AND nap with a newborn!!!
You may have heard from those who’ve given birth before that, sometimes, after baby’s here, the birthing person becomes…invisible. Suddenly all anyone has eyes for is your sweet new bean – and come ON! You get it! Of course they do. Your baby is cu-ute.
You ALSO know that your well-being is not just a nice-to-have but essential. If you’re not doing well, that effects your baby, your partnership, your whole family. That means that someone taking care of you is a straight up necessity postpartum.
You know that when your needs are being met, your worries and questions have been answered, and the house is taken care of, that frees you to focus on what matters most – getting to know your new baby.
You aren’t interested in running yourself into the ground or martyring yourself for parenthood. You know that a well supported parent leads from a place of love and connection, rather than depletion and exhaustion. And that matters.
Our Struggle Be Gone postpartum support package ensures you have the support you need to be the parent you want to be.
Struggle Be Gone Includes three support visits (3 hours each) to your home:
Within your first 24 hours home (HOLY SHIT THEY LEFT ME ALONE WITH A HUMAN BEING THAT I HAVE TO KEEP ALIVE??? Don’t worry – we’ll help 😊)
Day three (Hormones playing havoc? Ask us why we call it the “leaky day”. Don’t worry – we’ll help 😊)
Day ten (Having some feels? Wondering if this was such a good idea after all? Don’t worry – we’ll help 😊)
Book BEFORE your baby is born and this package ALSO includes a two hour prenatal visit with your doula to help prepare your home, heart, and mind for your shift into parenthood!
YUP, it’s basically magic.
When you fill in your inquiry form, we’ll let you know which of our doulas are available for your postpartum. You get to choose who you’ll interview with! It can be any or all of the doulas available. You’re the boss!
(Of course, you’re always welcome to request a specific doula by name too)
Hi! I’m Jesse. I’ve always loved babies. At family gatherings you would usually find me snuggling the newborns and entertaining the other kiddos.
It wasn’t until I gave birth in 2015 that something shifted. I realized that yes, I loved all things birth and I considered myself a certified birth nerd, but there was something missing…MORE>>
Hi! I’m Jena, and my pronouns are she/her. I am a mom to two wild and wonderful kiddos. In my spare time, you can find me crafting (usually crochet and cross stitch), baking, attending to my rapidly growing house plant collection, and playing Dungeons & Dragons!…MORE>>
Hi! I’m Soleil, a busy mom of two energetic and creative young boys. When I’m not painting rocks or flying down zip lines in my backyard, I love eating sushi and enjoying time with my husband, family, and friends…MORE>>
Hello! I’m Kim and a mom to three amazing adults and to my sweet ride-or-die dog, Moo.
I stayed home raising my family while dabbling in various DIY sewing and craft side hustles to keep my sanity and help out financially. As my kiddos entered elementary, I found myself in a role as an educational assistant for students with special needs. Talk about rewarding! MORE>>
Why do I need a doula?
The difference between having a doula vs not having a doula for postpartum is like the difference between hiring a local guide when you travel vs not hiring a local guide.
Sure, you’ll be in Paris and it’ll be amazing, but wouldn’t it be even better to have someone to show you the best pâtisseries, teach you how to “faire la bise”, and help you translate what the server is asking you?
One is good, the other is more exhilarating, more enduring, and more fun (only, when it comes to babies, it means ease-full transition and deep support as you learn how to parent).
I feel like I need to do this on my own.
That feeling comes from growing up in a culture that values independence and “going it alone” over community and care. But that message from our culture IS A BIG FAT LIE. You don’t have to do this on your own – let us help.
Look, yes, if you HAD to do this on your own, you could. Of course you could! But in this day and age the support is available and having a doula in your corner means you’ll be less stressed. And THAT means:
More time to ENJOY your baby
More milk
More rest
Quicker physical recovery
More parenting confidence
I know you may not believe me but you DESERVE that support. ❤️
It’s a big investment.
It’s true, doula services are an investment. Considering the peace of mind and support that doulas bring during a time that is, for many folks, full of unknowns and uncertainty (more when you’re in the midst of a global pandemic!), it’s well worth it for the unlimited access to knowledgeable and skilled support you get in return.
You're investing in us to hold space for your transformation.
Of course we'll show up and take care of you and feed you nurtritious snacks and help you figure out breastfeeding. That's actually just a small part of what we do.
Really, we’re completely and totally committed to your emotional care for the sacred first forty days. You'll likely be stressed and struggling at some point, as postpartum will almost always provide unexpected hurdles to overcome.
We've been through this hundreds of times. Rest in that knowledge. We'll be there, with you, prioritizing and advocating for the plans we've made together, long before you hit a single road bump.
We'll use every resource at our disposal to take care of you.
If cost is a concern:
check with your third party insurance - many cover doula services.
we also offer our Give A Little Love program where friends and family can donate towards your doula fund.
and we’re happy to discuss extended payment plans.
My parents are planning to be here after the baby is born - do I need a doula too?
The short answer is YES!
The longer answer is that while family support and doula support can overlap, each of us plays a distinct role during your postpartum.
Your parents are BECOMING GRANDPARENTS! That’s a big deal for them. AND it’s a big change in yours and their relationship. Y’all are gonna be figuring out a new way to be in relationship together. YOU are the parent now. And that can sometimes be a rocky transition.
Doulas can help smooth that out. Your doula can help support your parents through this transition as well as you (plus, we can help update them on the newest safety guidelines and protocols. It’s guaranteed that a lots changed since they had you).
How will you make sure my partner doesn’t feel left out?
The bottom line is that even if we wanted to (and we really, really don’t!), there is no way we could take the place of your partner. While we always come to love each of our clients at least a little bit, there is no one else who can love you the way your partner can. And that alone is postpartum gold.
More love = more oxytocin and more oxytocin = more calm and less stress.
But we don’t stop there – we spend time prenatally discussing with your partner how they feel they can best support you. We offer practical tools, postpartum etiquette tips, and context for what you are experiencing so they can be the calm, grounded, loving support superstar you know they are.
Your postpartum doula will support your partner as much as they support you. They will offer tips on how to soothe baby, how to encourage you to rest, and help them take care of all the other household tasks that would normally be on your to-do list. This means your partner is less likely to be overwhelmed from the influx of responsibilities that come with a new baby and they can enjoy getting to know your new little one along with you.
If you’re currently pregnant and know you want a doula, we’d love to meet with you and hear all about your hopes and dreams for your postpartum.
Have questions?
info@fiveelementsbirth.com | 825-449-2429
