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What is a Postpartum Doula?

Giver. Server. Provider. Educator. Support Person. Caretaker. Confidant. Adviser.

Shoulder to lean on. Cook. Housekeeper. Comedian. Baby Whisperer. A mother's best friend.

A postpartum doula is a generalist in all things mother and baby care. She is not a medically trained professional.

A postpartum doula supports families through the transitional period of having a new baby, in a vast variety of ways.

You may need some or all of the services on the below list, or some services that aren’t even listed. With a postpartum doula, you have someone experienced and connected to be with you as a practical support, listen to your concerns, and point you in the direction of more help when needed.

Anna Santini
Certified Postpartum Doula (CPD, DONA)

Prenatal & Postpartum Wellness Services
In the Harrisburg/Camp Hill/&Carlisle Pennsylvania area.

& Everything in Between

Practical

Breastfeeding assistance: getting a great start with latching and milk supply, as well as finding solutions for challenges
Caring for mama as she recovers from birth
- Ensuring her basic needs are met: Nutritious food, adequate rest, warmth, massage, community, and nature
Housework and home management help
Errands
Communication help with extended family and other visitors to ensure Parents and baby’s true needs are met.
Assist the family by organizing offers of help from friends and extended family to create a structured flow of help
Care for baby when parents want to shower, nap, or spend some special time with older child(ren)

Informational

Breastmilk pumping education & support
Infant care
Sleeping: expectations, logistics, safety and solutions
Babywearing assistance, education, and demonstrations
Mother core strength restoration and alignment education
Resourcing of various mother/baby/family needs from medical to social
Support for breastfeeding in public and pumping while working and travelling
First outings/appointments with you and baby

Emotional

Processing the birth experience
A caring, listening ear
Guidance in self care while transitioning to motherhood
Postpartum mood disorder prevention & support
A present, attentive person on call and in person so that you are not alone
Partner and sibling support
Help create a nurturing & restorative environment for the family
Support in navigating decisions

Testimonials

"I am beyond grateful for all the ways Anna cared for me, my husband, and my daughter throughout this process. I am thrilled for the future mothers who get to learn from this amazing mother."

Heidi

Contact Me

If you live locally and are interested in postpartum doula services, I would love to meet with you to see if we are a good fit and answer any questions you have.