Services
NOW!
Leading Newborn Sleep Foundations
A hands-on workshop for expecting and new parents at The Pod Family Center
Sunday, August 24th 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Learn about:
developmentally appropriate expectations for newborn sleep
safe sleep guidelines and safer bed sharing
strategies to maximize nighttime sleep in the early months
the relationship between feeding and sleep - no matter how you feed your baby
practical tips for settling your newborn in their sleep space
— plus plenty of time to ask whatever is on your mind
Birth doula support
As your birth doula, I offer individualized, non-medical support to you and your partner as you prepare to meet your new baby. I am here to help you sort through your feelings, options, and intentions surrounding the upcoming birth of your child. I will reflect these intentions back to you throughout pregnancy, labor/birth, and the postpartum period; and, I will remain responsive and without judgment as these intentions and preferences may shift and change.
I accompany you in labor to help ensure a safe and satisfying birthing experience. I draw on my knowledge, experience, and passion to provide emotional support, physical comfort, and informational support as needed. I will help ensure that you have the information that you need to make informed decisions as they arise in labor. Your sense of physical and emotional safety is my highest priority. I provide reassurance and perspective to you and your partner, make suggestions for labor progress, and help with relaxation, positioning and other techniques for comfort. Most importantly, I am in it with you until you are through.
Birth Package Includes:
- phone/text/email support and your questions answered throughout your pregnancy
- 3 prenatal meetings where we will get to know each other, create intentions for your birth (birth plan), practice comfort techniques, discuss what you may expect on the day, and prepare for postpartum and newborn care
- on-call 24/7 for your birth from your 38th week of pregnancy onwards - I am accessible by phone, in-town, and ready to “go” when you need me
- in - person support at your birth until baby arrives (virtual services also available as desired)
- postpartum check-in during baby's first week home - we can assess feeding, talk about how you’re doing and the birth if you want, and get you any referrals you may need for other services
- additional private Newborn Sleep Foundations session available if desired, prenatally or postpartum
Birth Package: $2000, payable in two installments of 50%
Postpartum doula support
I am certified as both a Postpartum Doula and a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) and am a trained Lactation Educator (LES) and Mother. As such, I have extensive knowledge of caring for newborns as well as caring for the family during the postpartum time. With sensitivity, calm, and infant development in mind, I use a RIE-based respectful approach to caring for babies - ensuring that they feel safe, seen, and nurtured through every stage. With extensive knowledge of breast/chest and bottle feeding, newborn and infant sleep, and respect for bonding and attachment, I provide reassuring company and care as you welcome your new baby into your family. My goal is for you to feel confident and comfortable caring for your baby by the time I leave, as well as be able to focus on your own postpartum recovery and transition. I am vaccinated against Covid-19, seasonal flu, and up to date on TDAP.
I am available for daytime support only during the first 16 weeks with your baby. The packages I offer are listed below and care is responsive to individual needs of each family. Postpartum care may include:
Educational and emotional support for you and your family following the birth and transition to parenthood (or parenting more kids); support with feeding, sleeping, and soothing challenges; resources and referrals to lactation specialists, bodyworkers, childcare and more; babywearing education, care for your baby while you nap, shower, work, or have an outing; light baby-related housekeeping such as baby laundry, washing bottles and pump parts, and tidying and organizing baby’s spaces.
Packages
Package 1: $6850
Three 4-hour sessions per week for twelve weeks
Package 2: $3450
Two 3-hour sessions per week for twelve weeks
Package 3: $1200
Two 3-hour sessions per week for four weeks
Hourly Add-on:
$60/hr with 3-hour minimum; 5$ per hour additional distance fee for locations on the west side of Los Angeles
Full-Day Care:
Available upon request - 24-50 hours per week, between the hours of 9am and 8pm Monday through Friday. Four - week minimum at $60/hr; 5$ per hour additional distance fee for locations on the west side of Los Angeles
additional services
Private Newborn Sleep Foundations Session: $130
Takes place in person at your home, where I am available to take a look at your baby’s sleep space or intended sleep space. Learn about:
developmentally appropriate expectations for newborn sleep
safe sleep guidelines and safer bed sharing
strategies to maximize nighttime sleep in the early months
the relationship between feeding and sleep - no matter how you feed your baby
practical tips for settling your newborn in their sleep space
— plus plenty of time to ask whatever is on your mind
(this session is for general educational purposes and does not include an individualized sleep plan or follow-up)
Sleep Consultation: $250
Virtual & phone support, babies from birth to 18 months - Up to 1-hour initial Zoom meeting to discuss your baby’s developmental stage, your challenges, and goals for sleep. Extensive written notes and plan of action provided. Up to three 30-minute follow-up phone calls over the next four weeks.
Continuing Coaching: $60/hr
Via Zoom, written notes and resource list included. Offered primarily to my past clients with babies up to three years old - a time to ask all your questions on topics related to sleep, discontinuing breastfeeding, introduction to solids, potty learning, transitioning to daycare or a nanny, respectfully managing behavior and “tantrums”.