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Found 35 Pros in Dunwoody, GA, USA | Postpartum doula support
EXPERIENCE
0 50
Families served
0 3500
Birth fee
$0 $7500
HOURLY RATE
$0 $500
$ flexible
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Claudia Gonzalez

Decatur, GA

5 reviews • 20 families supported • 6 years experience

5 reviews • 20 families supported • 6 years experience

It has been nearly three years since I have been in the field of birth-work. I take this work very seriously and provide care and services specific to each family's need.

Care philosophy

I provide care and services that are tailored to each client. I believe in providing my clients with the proper resources and information that will allow them to make informed decisions when planning their birth and caring for their new baby. Let me assist you on this exciting journey to parenthood!

Areas served

  • Atlanta Metro-Area

Reviews

  • Chrystina
    December 31, 2020 at 7:26 pm | Client review

    I’ve worked with Claudia specifically related to pre-natal and hormonal support. I suffer from PCOS, so I reached out to Claudia to learn how I can start to get my hormones to the right levels in order for me to not experience the symptoms that come with PCOS (facial hair growth, weight gain, depression, etc.). With her support and knowledge, I learned more about the condition; she also prepared a tea blend to help me regulate my hormones and prepare for pregnancy. Claudia’s professionalism and dedication is unmatched. She listened to my concerns, provided me with names of reading material and made sure to let me know that if she didn’t have the answer for something, she’ll look for it. Overall, I would recommend Claudia to anyone looking for prenatal, pregnancy and postnatal support.

$ flexible
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Hannah Atterberry

Woodstock, GA

6 reviews • 50 families supported • 4 years experience

6 reviews • 50 families supported • 4 years experience

I am a wife and mother to four beautiful children. For years, birth has been my passion. When I finally attended my first birth as a doula, it was solidified that this is my calling. I saw how important it was for someone, trained in birth, to never leave the birthing person's side. Since attending that birth, I have devoted my career to helping people during this milestone. I focus my attention on educating my clients of their options,how to advocate for themselves, how to ask the correct questions, and how to trust their body during this transformative time. I offer various packages to meet you where you are, so every person can have doula support.

Care philosophy

I believe that education is the key to having a powerful and positive birth experience. No matter what might happen during your pregnancy, labor, and beyond, if you are well educated and supported, then you will feel empowered and in control. Women/ birthing people are so strong and capable, and need to be supported, so they can gracefully embrace their birth no matter what that looks like.

Areas served

  • Acworth
  • Woodstock
  • Canton
  • Cumming
  • Kennesaw
  • Marietta
  • Sandy Springs
  • Atlanta
  • College Park
  • East Atlanta
  • Alpharetta
  • John's Creek
  • Milton

Reviews

  • Britta
    February 10, 2021 at 6:55 pm | Client review

    “During my pregnancy, Hannah displayed a high sense of professionalism. She was incredibly educated and was able to help me find information to make informed decisions about my care. Hannah also was able to encourage my husband during my pregnancy and ultimately provided support for him during labor and delivery so he could be solely focused on me.
    Hannah is very knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend her services to anyone.”

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Amy Gottschang

Atlanta, GA

0 reviews • 33 families supported • 2 years experience

0 reviews • 33 families supported • 2 years experience

See my website at www.amygottschang.com for more information about me and my doula services!

Care philosophy

See my website at www.amygottschang.com for more details about the care I provide my clients!

Areas served

  • Metro Atlanta
  • 45-mile radius from Lilburn, GA
$ flexible
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Jamaya Mickles

Smyrna, GA

3 reviews • 23 families supported • 3 years experience

3 reviews • 23 families supported • 3 years experience

My name is Jamaya and I am the founder of AHANA. I have 2 births of my own that were nothing short of Traumatizing being a Woman whose voice was not heard in the hospital setting and being a Woman of Color. I strive to change this narrative birth by birth. All families deserve equal care and education. It is important to me that families get the birth that they want.

Care philosophy

Ahana Birth Services specializes in care for families of African, Hispanic, Asian and Native American decent. Nonetheless, families of all colors and statures depend on our foundation. Maternal Mortality rates are increasing year by year due to factors including but not limited to racial disparities and infant- centered care.

Areas served

  • Atlanta Metro and surrounding areas
  • Smyrna, Georgia
  • Austell, georgia

Reviews

  • Evelyn
    December 22, 2020 at 7:43 pm | Client review

    Jamaya was my Birth Doula for my latest child. The prenatal appointments were informative and the birth plan helped my provider, grandmother and boyfriend with knowing exactly how I wanted my birth. Her professionalism and skill reassured me that I could trust the environment that I brought my baby into.

$ flexible
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Sherease Lawson

Powder Springs, GA

0 reviews • 4 families supported • 1 years experience

0 reviews • 4 families supported • 1 years experience

As a certified Doula, I feel honored to be able to share my expertise with women and families. I approach birth holistically and I believe that birthing is a natural process, and that women are strong and capable of having a natural birth or any birth preference that they decide to choose. By supporting mom throughout her pregnancy, and making sure that her, and her partner have all of their options, it will help the big day goes as smooth as possible. They will have a chance to have the birth story of their dreams and be prepared just incase an emergency should arise! As unfortunately these things sometimes do. I also support mom emotionally and physically during labor, making sure that she is as comfortable and calm as possible. I’m here to support partners too! I will always have the best interest of my clients at heart and advocate for the birthing woman and her family!

Care philosophy

“At The Joosy doula I provide dependable, caring, and customizable support for families before, during, and after birth. I promise to respect, listen, love, embrace, and be your advocate. I will support you no matter what kind of birth you choose! You will come in as client, but leave as a family.” -Sherease, The Joosy Doula

Areas served

  • Cobb County, Douglas County, Atlanta, & Cherokee
  • Powder Springs

Postpartum Doula Services: FAQs

For most parents, the transition into early parenthood is hard. Postpartum doulas in Dunwoody, GA offer all sorts of practical, physical, informational and emotional support to new parents. Postpartum doulas in Dunwoody, GA offer a wide range of after-birth support services, including:

  1. Caring for and assisting in the recovery of the birthing parent
  2. Providing breastfeeding and lactation support
  3. Offering advice for baby soothing, diapering and bathing
  4. Parent-baby bonding
  5. Caring for older siblings
  6. Light housework
  7. Night nannying or sleep relief services

Some parents require additional physical and emotional support due to their specific situation, lack of family support, or their particular lifestyle. A postpartum doula positively affects the entire family, as many postpartum doulas are involved in sibling care, housework chores, and educating clients on childcare information/techniques.

To find a postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA, most parents recommend creating a job post on Meela and having uniquely qualified postpartum doulas near you (in your budget) reach out to you through the Meela app.

You can interview and chat with as many postpartum doulas as you wish and hire a postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA with confidence. It is completely free to create a job post on Meela and find a postpartum doula. There are no commitments to hire any of the qualified and expert vetted postpartum doulas Meela brings you.

Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:

  1. Post a job for free: Answer some questions and receive responses from top-rated postpartum doulas near you. It takes less than 30 seconds to post your job.
  2. Get your list of postpartum doulas: In a few hours, you will have a collection of postpartum doulas near you who are qualified to meet your needs. You can compare pricing, experience, and read reviews. You can chat with each postpartum doula to learn more about them.
  3. Hire a postpartum doula with confidence: Schedule virtual or in-person interviews with your top postpartum doula choices. Hire your top postpartum doula and start getting the care you deserve.

To find a postpartum doula, you can also browse the available postpartum doulas near you in Dunwoody, GA and read reviews, compare pricing, experience and fit. Send the postpartum doulas you are interested in a message, introducing yourself and setting up an interview. We recommend reaching out to and interviewing at least three postpartum doulas before hiring a postpartum doula near you. After interviewing, hire the most qualified postpartum doula near you and start getting the care you deserve.

While the cost of a postpartum doula can vary based on experience and the services offered, you can expect the average cost of a postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA to be $34 per hour, which is the average cost of a postpartum doula in the state of Georgia. The cost of a postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA can range from $29 to $40 per hour. These costs are based on a representative group of 288 postpartum doulas surveyed by Meela across the state of Georgia. The average cost of a postpartum doula in Georgia is lower than the U.S. national average cost of a doula, which is $37 per hour.

When hiring a postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA, you and your postpartum doula will discuss and agree upon a fee structure, and your doula will send you itemized invoices through Meela, which you can pay securely through the app.

A postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA is meant to help the entire family and their role is not just limited to the birthing parent and newborn. A doula provides physical and emotional support to parents and siblings, but they also offer information and advice regarding how to feed, bathe, swaddle, and soothe the baby.

They also often help with postpartum depression issues, and are considered child care “consultants” rather than medical professionals. Many postpartum doulas in Dunwoody, GA offer a range of services that can help with parents trying to adjust to a newborn child. These services often include:

  • Sibling care
  • Assist with household chores
  • Parent-baby bonding
  • Physical and emotional recovery
  • Support to parents and extended family

A postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA can have a lasting positive impact on a family and help them feel more confident about their parenting role and the way that they feed and nurture their baby. They might offer advice regarding feeding, bathing, and parent-baby bonding.

It is important to note that a postpartum doula might offer advice but is not expected to provide medical care of any kind or serve as a replacement to an accredited physician. Postpartum doulas are also not qualified to prescribe medication.

Many new parents want to know about certified postpartum doulas and how exactly they are certified. Since the demand for postpartum doulas has greatly expanded in the last several years, the number of reputable postpartum doula training and certification programs has grown in Dunwoody, GA. Training criteria can differ from program to program, but most follow a similar curriculum which includes core academic curriculum and practical hours and real-life care experience.

One of the most common national postpartum doula training certifications comes from DONA International. A postpartum doula usually receives about 27 hours of practical training before they are a certified postpartum doula.

There are also CAPPA-certified postpartum doulas in Dunwoody, GA, as well. These doulas were certified by the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association, an international organization that certifies doulas and other childbirth educators/professionals.

As a reminder, because postpartum doulas are not trained to be a medical professional and diagnose and treat medical conditions, a certification is not required for them to practice.

As their names suggest, a birth doula’s main priority is to provide support services before, during and in the moments immediately after childbirth. A postpartum doula’s obligations usually begin after the birth, for several weeks or months. In many cases, your birth doula will also be a trained and certified postpartum doula, which can provide a continuity of care that many parents find extremely valuable.

Many parents want to know whether a postpartum doula or a baby nurse would meet their needs and expectations. A baby nurse might be focused on making sure that a baby sleeps or feeds properly, but that might be the extent of their role. A postpartum doula generally offers more holistic services for their clients.

A postpartum doula in Dunwoody, GA is expected to be more involved with the family as a whole. They might remain involved in sibling care or also provide emotional support to the partner as both parents adjust to becoming new parents. This may even include support for older siblings, light housework, and even meal prep. A postpartum doula provides more physical, emotional, and informational support than a baby nurse.

You can hire two types of doulas in Dunwoody, GA: a birth doula and a postpartum doula. The birth doula is during your pregnancy and through the birth of your child. They provide you with emotional, physical and educational support during your pregnancy, your labor and delivery and for the first few hours after your child is born.

A postpartum doula will support you for the first few weeks after the baby is born. They provide in-home assistance, including teaching you how to take care of your newborn, acting as lactation consultant, and can provide some night nanny services.

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