Postpartum Doula Support

Come home from the hospital confident with in-home postpartum doula care designed to care for birthing parents while empowering partners with connection, communication, tools, and resources necessary to bond with your baby — and care for yourself!

What is a Postpartum Doula?

A non-clinical professional trained to support families through education, emotional support, and hands-on care.

Normalize the postpartum experience.

Reduce stress through practical, hands-on support.

Provide non-judgmental guidance & education.

Offer referrals when higher-level support is needed.

Help parents feel confident, capable, and informed in their choices.

  • Sleep Support for the Whole Family

    Evidence-based sleep education focusing on responsive, flexible, and developmentally appropriate sleep strategies, helping to integrate realistic newborn sleep expectations into your family’s current routines.

  • Emotional Support & Wellbeing

    Postpartum can be overwhelming. Compassionate support includes active listening, reassurance, and guidance to help you process emotions, adjust to new and evolving routines, and feel confident in your parenting journey.

  • Feeding & Lactation Support

    Guidance for breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and pumping includes latch support, positioning, troubleshooting, hydration, lactation-friendly snacks, routine adjustment, and referrals to certified lactation consultants if needed.

  • Household & Practical Support

    Light housekeeping, laundry, dishes, and tidying help keep your home calm and manageable. Support also includes sibling adjustment, local errands, and organizing baby supplies, so you can focus on healing, bonding, and rest.

  • Mom's Physical Recovery

    Postpartum recovery is prioritized with gentle care, hydration reminders, nourishment, and rest support. Guidance on healing, comfort measures, and body awareness helps ease the transition after birth.

  • Nourishing Meal & Snack Prep

    Simple, nourishing meals and snacks support postpartum recovery and energy. Focus on hydration, lactation-friendly foods, and easy-to-digest options to keep parents nourished while caring for themselves and baby.

  • Customized Postpartum Care Plan

    Care is tailored to your unique needs, including newborn care, sleep support, household tasks, and recovery. A flexible plan ensures you receive the right support as you adjust to life with your baby.

  • Resources & Referrals

    Access to trusted professionals, including lactation consultants, mental health support, pediatric care, and community resources. Guidance in finding services that fit your family’s postpartum needs.

  • 24/7 Text Support

    Ongoing support between visits for questions, reassurance, and guidance on newborn care, feeding, sleep, and recovery. Quick, reliable answers help you feel confident and supported anytime you need.

Meet the Doulas

Holly Everett, Postpartum Certified Doula (DONA)

Every family’s postpartum journey is unique, and support should be, too. Whether you need help with newborn care, sleep support, light housekeeping, or sibling adjustment, care is tailored to your priorities and lifestyle. With a focus on nurturing both baby and parents, postpartum doula support provides practical assistance and emotional support, allowing you to rest, recover, and confidently navigate this transition. Reach out to learn how care can be customized to best support your family’s needs!

Availability starting April 2025
Serving Rhode Island & Massachusetts

Makayla Sullivan, Postpartum Doula

Bringing a baby home is a beautiful and transformative time, but it can also feel overwhelming. As a postpartum doula working toward certification with DONA International — and currently pursuing my lactation consultant certification — I offer compassionate, hands-on support to help your family adjust with confidence. From newborn care and emotional support to light household help and lactation guidance, I’m here to make your transition smoother. For a limited time, I’m offering pre-certification pricing. Let’s connect and create a nurturing start for you and your baby!

Availability starting April 2025
Serving Rhode Island & Connecticut

1-hour prenatal Postpartum Planning Session included in all packages! 3-hour session minimum required. Package rates are based on 3-hour visits. 3-4 hour visits recommended. Hourly support available. 50% deposit required upon signing agreement. Payment plans available.