Welcoming a new baby into the world is a profound transition—one that brings joy, exhaustion, and a landscape of new experiences and responsibilities. For many families, the support of a postpartum doula offers a compassionate bridge between newborn arrival and confident parenthood. But what does a postpartum doula care plan truly look like?
Learn more about options that best fit your needs.
A postpartum doula care plan is a personalized roadmap, created in collaboration with the parents, that outlines goals, preferences, and the scope of support. While every family's needs are unique, most care plans share core components.
Parent preferences regarding rest, feeding, and infant care
Family structure, including siblings and other caregivers
Any medical or emotional concerns
Household routines and priorities
Nonjudgmental presence—someone to listen, validate, and encourage
Strategies for coping with stress, anxiety, or postpartum mood disorders
Guidance on communicating needs to partners and family members
Referrals to professional support if necessary (e.g., therapists, support groups)
Practical tips for managing discomfort, pain, and fatigue
Assistance with arranging comfortable resting areas
Gentle reminders about hydration, nutrition, and self-care
Suggestions for activities that promote healing (such as walking, stretching, or relaxation techniques)
Hands-on support for bathing, diapering, soothing, and swaddling the baby
Education on newborn cues, sleep patterns, and development
Demonstrations of safe sleep practices
Assistance with establishing routines and confidence in infant care
Assistance with latch and positioning for breastfeeding
Guidance on formula preparation and bottle hygiene
Recognizing signs of effective feeding and infant satisfaction
Troubleshooting common feeding issues, and referrals to lactation consultants if needed
Light housekeeping—laundry, dishes, tidying common areas
Running small errands, as agreed upon
Organizing baby supplies and nursery spaces
Answers to common questions about baby care, postpartum recovery, and parenting
Evidence-based information on infant health, development, and sleep
Guidance on recognizing signs of concern, such as feeding issues or postpartum mood changes
Referrals to other professionals—pediatricians, lactation consultants, physical therapists, mental health providers—as needed
With over 30 years of experience as a dedicated maternal/child registered nurse, Adele brings deep clinical knowledge and steady, compassionate care to postpartum support.
Her focus is helping new families feel confident, nurtured, and supported through comprehensive wellness assessments for both mother and baby, feeding guidance, and practical newborn support.
Contact Adele directly at adele@midwifegrace.com or 985-888-9355.
One, 2-hour visit
$150
12 hours over 2 weeks
$650
20 hours over 4 weeks
$1250
Postpartum doula care makes an excellent gift for an expecting family and offers practical support exactly when it is needed most.
Have questions or need support? Our team is ready to help—just get in touch, and we'll make sure you get the personalized care you need. If there's anything you need or you're looking for more information, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to provide the support and guidance you deserve.
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