Hi there! I'm Anndei.

I provide comprehensive postpartum support to families welcoming a little one(s) to their family. It is such a privilege to be welcomed into such a vulnerable time and sacred space in people's lives. My goal when working with parents is to provide the highest quality of care I can. Because of this, I wear many hats: I am trained and certified as a postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, lactation counselor, pediatric sleep consultant, and Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED instructor.

I work with families as they prepare for birth and throughout the postpartum period (and beyond!). I offer bespoke, in-home services such as overnight support, infant care education, nutritional services, and much more. It is my role to provide the information and support you need to become empowered parents. I wear your confidence as a badge of honor. There is nothing more fulfilling than walking alongside you as you come into your own as parents and growing families. Thank you for your interest in my services. I would be honored to be considered as your postpartum care provider.

What is a postpartum doula?

A postpartum doula's role is to support the family physically, educationally, and emotionally through the fourth trimester. Bringing home a baby is a thrilling time, but recovery from birth and adjustment to parenthood is not always easy. As your postpartum doula, it is my duty to provide educated, inclusive, and evidence-based physical and emotional support.

My postpartum doula support comes in many forms including:

Newborn care, allowing parents to rest and recharge
Feeding support (breast/chest feeding, formula, and other methods)
Educating parents on postpartum recovery and infant care
Recognizing and addressing signs of postpartum mood disorders
Referrals to other birth and postpartum professionals (medical and non-medical)
Household organization and tidying
Household restocking and laundry help
Light meal and snack prep, grocery restocking

What is a newborn care specialist?

A newborn care specialist (NCS) is a professional that provides specialized and comprehensive support to parents and their newborns in the first months of life. Where a doula specializes in supporting the family, an NCS specializes in newborn care, establishing healthy sleeping and feeding habits. I help identify and implement a schedule that works for your family, adhering to your preferences for your little one's care. As your newborn care specialist, I work with you to ensure your baby's needs are being met, constantly assessing their physical and emotional health.

My newborn care support comes in many forms including:

Overnight newborn care, allowing parents a night of uninterrupted rest
Gentle, age appropriate sleep conditioning
Feeding support and assistance (breast/chest feeding, formula, or other methods)
Evidence-based education and recommendations for parents
Baby related tasks (laundry, cleaning and sterilizing bottles and pump parts, etc.)
Nursery organization and restocking
Recognizing and addressing conditions such as reflux, allergies, oral ties, and more
Referrals to other birth and postpartum professionals (medical and non-medical)

What is a lactation counselor?

A lactation counselor is a trained breast/chestfeeding counselor that works with families from preconception through weaning to educate, encourage, counsel, foster confidence in families that breast/chestfeed. As your lactation counselor, I'm here to advise, encourage, and educate you on your lactation and breast/chest feeding journey. Lactation education is included in all my services.

Lactation support includes:

Non-biased focused information, support, guidance, referrals, and education to families
Culturally sensitive and adult based education
Evidence-based education recommendations for parents
Referrals to healthcare professionals when support requires clinical assessment or diagnosis
Advising parents on how to induce and maintain lactation
Educating and supporting lactating parents who want or need to supplement breast/chestfeeding

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