tender times


Providing Postpartum Support
 in Northwest Bergen since 2000  
 

 

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What is a doula?   A doula (do-la) is an experienced, trained, non-medical care provider who supports you and your family in the exciting, but often hectic, weeks or months after the birth of a new baby.

As a Postpartum Doula I provide in-home, non-medical support to Mom (and Dad) after the baby arrives, including breastfeeding, mentoring, nursery organizing, newborn care instruction, meal preparation, laundry, errands etc. 

If you’re a first-time mother, a doula is a caring, comforting presence and a non-judgmental “mother’s mentor.”  A doula can answer questions regarding infant care and offer tips and tricks for feeding, bathing, clothing and soothing your baby.  First-time parents often find that working with a doula quickly builds their confidence in their new parenting skills.  Second-time parents appreciate the extra pair of hands.

Who needs a postpartum doula?  Anyone looking for a smoother transition when their new baby arrives can benefit from hiring a doula.  Having a doula support you after your baby’s birth has been shown to:

       Increase the success rate for breastfeeding.

       Lower the incidence of postpartum depression.

       Increase confidence in parenting skills.

       Decrease feelings of isolation.

       Facilitate bonding between parents and newborns.

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Elaine Petrowski | Ridgewood | New Jersey | 201.652.4662| elaine@tendertimesdoula.com