Chelsea Clark, CLC, is a
DONA-trained Postpartum Doula and Certified Breastfeeding Counselor
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What is a Doula?
I believe families can benefit greatly from the help of a caring, knowledgeable, non-judgmental person during the enormous life changes that occur after the arrival of a new baby (or babies). This is one of the most sacred and vulnerable times in life, which many cultures recognize through ritual and often a period of rest for the mother.
The word "doula" comes from ancient Greek and is now used to refer to someone experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to the mother before, during, and just after childbirth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.
A postpartum doula offers education, quiet nonjudgmental support, and companionship during the postpartum 4th trimester.
Assists with newborn care, family adjustment, meal preparation, and light household tidying.
Offers evidence-based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from childbirth, infant soothing, and coping skills for new parents; and makes appropriate referrals when necessary.
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