Postpartum Doula Support

 

Doula originates from the Greek word meaning woman servant.

Postpartum meaning the period of time after a birth.

When a child is born, so is a mother. With this new identity comes a myriad of questions and responsibilities that traditionally and historically weren’t performed alone. We've shifted from a village culture to one where we often parent in isolation with infrequent connections to a community network. This marked absence has left many new mothers feeling disconnected.

A postpartum doula is a professional support person who provides guidance, evidence-based education, non-judgement support and practical hands-on help for the family in the days and months after birth. A postpartum doula has an understanding of the individual needs of the postpartum mum, baby, partner and siblings to thrive.

 
“Giving birth is one of the most significant initiations in a woman’s life, for when a child is born, his/her mother is born too.”
— Heng Ou
 

Helena’s Postpartum Doula Offerings

Since experiencing her own journey into Motherhood, Helena has developed a passion for all things preconception, pregnancy and postpartum! During the postpartum period in particular, Helena recognised the gap and lack of postpartum care for the mother. Matrescence is the physical, emotional, hormonal and social transition to becoming a mother and as your postpartum doula, Helena’s intention is to serve as a resource and provide physical, emotional, and guidance to a new mother and her family.

 

Package 1:

The First Forty Days

$16

50

  • x1 prenatal postpartum planning session to optimise our time together once baby arrives

  • Once weekly two hour postpartum sessions for six weeks.

  • Postpartum recovery and healing after childbirth through preparing herbal sitz baths, herbal teas, massage and traditional belly binding.

  • Naturopathy consultation at the end of the six week period to address any specific health concerns, pathology referrals and overall to set yourself up for a thriving fourth trimester.

  • Light housekeeping.

  • Sibling care and support.

  • Phone and Email support.

If you think Helena’s Postpartum Services might be for you then please email to arrange a phone chat where Helena can answer any questions or concerns you may have. You will also find out a bit more about how Helena works during this session.

Learn more
 
 

Package 2:

The Fourth Trimester

$3000

  • x1 prenatal postpartum planning session to optimise our time together once baby arrives.

  • Once weekly two hour postpartum sessions for twelve weeks.

  • Postpartum recovery and healing after childbirth through preparing herbal sitz baths, herbal teas, massage and traditional belly binding.

  • Naturopathy consultation at the six week mark & twelve week mark to address any specific health concerns, pathology referrals and overall to set yourself up for a thriving fourth trimester and beyond.

  • Light housekeeping.

  • Sibling care and support.

  • Phone and Email support.

If you think Helena’s Postpartum Services might be for you then please email to arrange a phone chat where Helena can answer any questions or concerns you may have. You will also find out a bit more about how Helena works during this session.

Learn more
 

You are in full control and you can choose how Helena can best support you and your family’s needs in each of the postpartum support sessions.

Planning Support

Helena can support you with planning your postpartum period for when the baby arrives and beyond, help with building your village and support team and assistance with asking for help.

Informational Support

Helena can provide you with a list of referrals for other professionals that may be required; as well as evidence based information on topics of your interest or concern.

Naturopathic Support

Address any specific postpartum health concerns in a consultation with a personalised treatment plan to set yourself up for a thriving fourth trimester and beyond! Naturopathic treatment may include prescribed liquid herbals, practitioner supplements, pathology referrals alongside nutrition and lifestyle recommendations.

Nutritional Support

Helena can provide you nourishing meals and snacks, especially formulated for postpartum integrated from her Naturopathy background.

Practical Support

Helena can help with light housework and help out with other younger children while you nap, shower or spend some 1:1 time with your new baby.

Relaxation and Healing Support

Helena can support you with relaxation light massage, herbal teas, healing bath or belly binding.

Emotional Support

Helena will be here every step of the way for any concerns or worries that may pop-up.

 
 

So, what are you waiting for?

Do you want to honour, celebrate and respect your new role as well as filling the postpartum gap with emotional and physical support during this life-changing transition to motherhood?

Then work with Helena to support you to become the best mother you were born to be. Get in touch today!

FAQs

  • Helena has completed an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy + Newborn Mothers Postpartum Training.

  • Helena has professional membership with the Doula Network Australia Inc.

    Helena has professional indemnity insurance, a current First Aid certificate, valid working with children (WWC), police clearance and is committed to continuing education to remain up-to-date with scientific advancements.

  • Chemistry, connection, comfort and emotional safety is Helena’s top priority for every new mother! Helena will be supporting you during one of the most intimate and important experiences of your life.

    Get in touch with Helena to arrange a 30 minute obligation free chat to make sure she is a suitable fit for you and your family needs.

  • Helena can support all Mothers in the Perth Hills region, including suburbs within the Shire of Mundaring, City of Swan and City of Kalamunda.

  • If there isn't a package that suits you, please get in touch.

  • I am very much open to working with you to make it financially work for you.

    With all my postpartum services I ask for a deposit to retain your booking.

  • You can email Helena direct by clicking here.

    Please include the following in your email:

    1. Full name

    2. Contact number

    3. Estimated due date

    4. Any questions you have