Amy Breese,PCD(DONA),CLC a certified postpartum doula and lactation counselor, provides care to postpartum families up until 12 weeks after the birth or adoption of a child (this is flexible depending upon your individual circumstances). My goal is to nurture families so that they can feel confident in their new roles. Antepartum doula care is also available to those families desiring extra help during pregnancy.
Now accepting clients with due dates in:
2008: July, August, Early September, Late October, November and December
2009: January
Services Provided:
~Emotional and physical support for the entire family
~Breastfeeding Counseling
~Instruction on baby basics including diapering, bathing, burping and soothing, etc.
~Demonstration of Harvey Karp's "The Happiest Baby on the Block" method
~Infant massage instruction
~Household organization including meal preparation, dishes and laundry
~Willingness to accompany the family on outings such as to the doctor's office, etc.
~Can run errands for the family such as to the groccery store or pharmacy
~Can help set up the nursery and create diaper/feeding stations around the home
~Can advise on appropriate developmental milestones
~A lending library of my own books on infant care, postpartum depression, breastfeeding,etc.
~Acts as a resource for community services
~Helps with sibling adjustment
~Childcare provided for baby/siblings so that mom/partner can take nap/shower,etc.
~Antepartum care is also available for those moms desiring a little extra TLC during their 3rd trimester of pregnancy
How My Services Work: I offer one free pre-natal visit in your home to give you the opportunity to get to know me and ask questions about my services. This also gives me the opportunity to meet all members of your family. You may also purchase more time prenatally as desired. If you choose to hire me I ask for a small deposit to hold your place on my calendar, this deposit will go towards the first week of care. I work in 3-5 hour shifts depending upon your needs.
About Me: I have been certified as a postpartum doula since 2004 through DONA International and as a Lactation Counselor since 2005. Prior to working as a doula I spent many years working in daycare and as a Nanny. In 1999 I graduated from Southern Vermont College with a Bachelor's Degree in Childcare Management. I also have a 6 year old son combining personal and professional experience.