Prenatal Support & Postnatal Doula
PRENATAL
As you approach the exciting moment of welcoming your little one into the world, it's totally normal to have a lot on your mind. The last few weeks can be a mix of emotions, and it's important to find time to rest during your 3rd trimester. Your energy levels may differ from day to day as your baby goes through those final growth spurts, getting ready for life outside the womb.
Let me be there at your side, providing practical support with either:
Helping with light housework
Preparing a delicious lunch
Putting flat-pack furniture together
Help organise your home/rooms for the new addition to your family
Batch cooking done for the freezer - the cost of ingredients to be covered by the client
Enjoy a cup of tea together, talking through your feelings as you patiently wait for your body and baby to be ready for labour
Preparing for breastfeeding:
Understanding how hormones support you and your baby when establishing breastfeeding
What to expect in the first 24hrs
Discuss the benefits of laid back breast feeding
Understanding the essential steps to establish long term milk supply
Where to find professional support if needed
Learn about how baby develops over the weeks
TAILORED FOR YOU
POSTNATAL DOULA
Whether this is your first little one or your fourth, this brings a wonderful new chapter into your life. Remember to be gentle with yourself during this time - your body has done an incredible job growing your baby, and it deserves some love and appreciation.
The 4th trimester is just as important as the birth itself. I know asking for help can sometimes feel tough, but that's where I come in. I'm here to support you in a calm and friendly way, making sure you get the rest you need to heal and bond with your baby.
We can chat about what would work best for you, so you can focus on enjoying this special time, while I handle those overwhelming background tasks.
Areas, I can support you in:
Listening Ear: Matrescence can be overwhelming. I would provide non-judgmental emotional support, being present for you to express your concerns, fears, or joys.
Encouragement and Reassurance: Offering reassurance, as you settle into this new chapter in your life. You will begin to build your confidence in your abilities with caring for your new born.
Recovery After Birth: I will help with light household chores or errands, ensuring you take the time to rest, bond and recover after birth.
Breastfeeding/Bottle Feeding: If choosing to establish breastfeeding, as a trained Breastfeeding Peer Supporter, I can support with latch and positioning. Work with you to understand feeding on demand, and ensuring your fluids and snacks are topped up.
Light Housework: I will assist with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and any organising required, freeing up your time to focus on bonding and resting.
Personal Rest and Self Care: Taking some time for yourself is important. If you choose to have a relaxing bath, a couple hours of rest/sleep, showering and washing your hair, I will be there to care for your baby.
Sibling Adjustment: If you have older children, I can support you with their care or look after your new born while you spend some 1:1 time with them.
Postnatal Doula Hourly Costs
3 Hours | 6 Hours | 12 Hours | 24 Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
£90.00 | £165.00 | £300.00 | £540.00 |
Hours are to be prepaid before starting support, hours can then be used as and when you require.
Cost of groceries to be covered my client, receipts will be provided.
My support blocks are a minimum of 3 hours p/d
Mileage is charged at 45p p/m if further then 15miles from RH10
Would you like to talk your ideal support though with me? Get in touch to arrange a phone call.
What my clients say ...
I employed Chantal as a post-natal doula after the birth of my second child. She came to support me at home for short periods of time on an adhoc basis. On reflection I regret not using her more!
Whenever she walked into my home, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders, she is such a calm and supportive person. It’s so easy to forget to look after yourself when you become a mother, but Chantal gently looks after you while helping out with the children. I cannot recommend her enough.
Kate
I couldn’t recommend Chantal more - she stepped in as a post-natal Doula with my 3rd child… and 2.5 years later we still have her in our lives!
Post partum, you feel vulnerable so it’s not just anyone you want in your house… Chantal felt like family from the start, she turned up on day 2 (post-partum) with a delicious homemade soup for me and cake for my other kids - she knew (and always has done) exactly what I needed, she has always felt open and kind and has been a huge support with the kids and life in general as well as my mental health.
If you are considering a doula, whether it’s your first or tenth baby - I couldn’t recommend Chantal more. This kind of support is priceless, and I wish more people could experience what kind of help, both physically and mentally Chantal can offer x
Georgie
Where do I start? I will admit I was reluctant to ask for help with my twins, determined to prove I could do it all myself when my husband went back to work. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Although I could keep them alive I wasn’t doing much else, including anything for myself.
Chantal helped make the first few months so so much easier and allowed me to do the basics of looking after myself when I couldn’t prioritise it. We kept asking her to come back (sadly saying goodbye at 1 year because I go back to work) and thank god she did! The twins love her, they light up when she walks in. She has helped a very tired family enjoy bits of the first year that we wouldn’t have been able to without her! Even down to eating lunch with both hands!
Thank you! We miss you
Lettie
Chantal is a wonderful, kind and supportive doula who helped me navigate the early weeks with our second child. Chantal has such a calm and gentle energy that both my baby and I were immediately at ease with her. When Chantal came to visit, I could take time to have a shower, get some sleep or do admin tasks without any worries at all. I would recommend Chantal extremely highly for anyone who is looking for this sort of support.