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Found 3 Pros in Lehigh Acres, FL, USA | Postpartum doula support
EXPERIENCE
0 50
Families served
0 3500
Birth fee
$0 $7500
HOURLY RATE
$0 $500
$ flexible
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Mary Zizzo

Naples, FL

0 reviews • 9 families supported • 1 years experience

0 reviews • 9 families supported • 1 years experience

Certified Postpartum Doula, Night Nanny, Newborn Care Specialist, Nanny, Babysitter, Sibling Doula

Care philosophy

Certified Postpartum Doula, Night Nanny, Newborn Care Specialist, Nanny, Babysitter, Sibling Doula

Areas served

  • Naples
  • Bonita Springs
  • Estero
  • Collier County
$ flexible
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Emily Lugo

North Port, FL

4 reviews • 150 families supported • 6 years experience

4 reviews • 150 families supported • 6 years experience

It gives me great joy to make a difference in the lives of others! Meeting and helping new people brings me a satisfying sense of accomplishment. As a doula I have had the privilege to assist in more than 150 births. Each birth was unique and many of them have been first time mothers. I’m proud of my educational background and doula certification which I secured through Charis Childbirth, a rigorous Christian-based program. This accredited program prepared me to have comprehensive knowledge of childbirth and labor. In addition to my doula certification, I also am certified in neonatal resuscitation, lactation counseling and childbirth education which means greater peace of mind for you. My birthing experiences have been varied and diverse. Having aided mothers in numerous environments including homes, hospitals, and birthing centers has enabled me to be flexible and learn a lot about what birthing moms in all settings might need. I have assisted mothers with water births and have utilized various techniques including spinning babies (which is used to bring balance to the pelvis and help the baby to be born in the most optimal position), rebozo (the use of a Mexican scarf utilized by midwives for centuries to better position a baby during pregnancy and labor), massage and relaxation techniques. My knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and labor coupled with simple hands-on techniques encourages the best possible labor experience for couples. I have learned some invaluable skills such as active listening in my past experiences as a PCA and in hospice care, which were incredible training grounds that familiarized me in the areas of patient care and helped me to learn how to provide the emotional support a laboring family needs. I love meeting new people! It energizes me. Finding humor in everyday situations magnifies the beauty of life, and I remind my clients to enjoy the journey and consider every moment sacred. In addition to bringing various skills, techniques and a wealth of knowledge to expectant parents, I also bring a passion for empowering couples to grow closer through their pregnancy and birth experience. I look forward to serving you!

Care philosophy

SACRED KNOWLEDGE DOULA CARE BELIEVES THAT CHILDBIRTH IS A NATURAL, NORMAL EVENT AND PREGNANT MOTHERS WITH THEIR PARTNERS SHOULD BE SUPPORTED ON THEIR JOURNEY TO A BEAUTIFUL BIRTH

Areas served

  • Northport
  • Sarasota
  • Venice
  • Nokomis
  • Englewood
  • port charlotte
  • Fort myeres
  • Napes
  • Tampa
  • Bradenton
  • Ellenton
  • Naples
  • Tampa

Reviews

  • Brittany
    January 19, 2021 at 9:38 am | Client review

    Emily was easily reachable any time I contacted her. I would always give an update on how my pregnancy was going after each appointment and she was available for a phone call conversation every time. She came to our home for a prenatal visit and was able to explain a lot to my husband so he knew how to help me during labor. When it was time for Emily to come to the hospital, I was bouncing on a birthing ball, eyes closed, and doing my best to just breath through each contraction. I didn’t even see her when she came in. All I know was the room stared to smell amazing (she brings essential oils) and soothing music was playing on the rooms Bluetooth speakers. She put up string lights in the bathroom and started a warm bath. Imagine an amazing spa day, but with a baby at the end.

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Amy Kucharski

Fort Myers, FL

0 reviews • 35 families supported • 3 years experience

0 reviews • 35 families supported • 3 years experience

At age 30, in 2013, I stepped into my first mothering role, and in 2016 I became a biological mother and a single mother. I woke up one day to realize the evolution of my career had repeatedly found it's place in the care of women, and that my calling was the manifestation of my life’s work. My fondest professional role yet is that of a Doula. Whether your pregnancy was a surprise or whether you have been trying to conceive for a decade, you deserve to be supported through this journey!

Care philosophy

My care is tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are a high-powered boss-lady or a hippy-chick, my care philosophy remains the same— I am here to serve & protect both you and your early memories of motherhood.

Areas served

  • Cape Coral
  • Fort Myers
  • Naples
  • North Fort Myers
  • Lehigh Acres
  • Bonita Springs
  • Estero

Postpartum Doula Services: FAQs

For most parents, the transition into early parenthood is hard. Postpartum doulas in Lehigh Acres, FL offer all sorts of practical, physical, informational and emotional support to new parents. Postpartum doulas in Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL, 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 Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL to be $32 per hour, which is the average cost of a postpartum doula in the state of Florida. The cost of a postpartum doula in Lehigh Acres, FL can range from $26 to $38 per hour. These costs are based on a representative group of 529 postpartum doulas surveyed by Meela across the state of Florida. The average cost of a postpartum doula in Florida is lower than the U.S. national average cost of a doula, which is $37 per hour.

When hiring a postpartum doula in Lehigh Acres, FL, 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 Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL. 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 Lehigh Acres, FL, 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 Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Lehigh Acres, FL: 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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