Have you heard the saying, "It takes a village" ?
As a seasoned mother, no other statement speaks more truth.
Are you a new or expectant mother who is concerned with how you're going to handle new motherhood and self-care after you give birth?
We need a village!
Comprehensive Support
After giving birth, modern culture seemingly forgets about the needs of new mothers and their families. We live more isolated now than ever before, and this isolation has amplified the need for comprehensive support through the perinatal period.
The changes are real.
Physical & Emotional Support
Your body undergoes many significant changes during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. And these changes require both physical and emotional support. But too often, this type of necessary care isn’t prioritized the way it should be.
New moms need care too!
Planning for Postpartum
The focus tends to be on birth and the new baby. The importance of planning for postpartum is largely forgotten. Which includes overlooking care for the new mother.
Do you need a postpartum doula?
Postpartum doulas have the skills, education, and training to guide you through the newborn phase and beyond. They can help you in a variety of areas including infant feeding—breast or bottle—swaddling, bathing, infant soothing techniques, and safe sleep solutions.
While all families would benefit from extra postpartum support, here are some helpful guidelines to consider when deciding if this is the right fit for you.
The first 3 months after a baby is born is known as the fourth trimester. This knowledge can help you plan and prepare for the first few months after you give birth. We can create a postpartum care plan tailored uniquely to the needs of your family.
Building a solid support system is essential during the fourth trimester for postpartum family wellness. Not only is the birth of your baby important, but the care you receive postpartum is equally important. Not everyone has a safety net of help, but with a doula by your side, you will have more of the support you need.
Some families are fortunate to receive help from their extended family and community. Yet for many, the village that’s needed isn’t there. Having an experienced doula by your side can help reduce the stress of having to manage everything.
A postpartum doula can help care for your baby during a nap or doctor's appointment so you can have an easier recovery. As your doula, I will ensure you’re well-rested, fed, and hydrated while providing in-home care.
When you choose me as your Doula, you receive:
Newborn Care
Assistance
Guidance with newborn soothing techniques and assistance with breast and/or bottle feeding. I’ll also assist with infant feeding support, diapering, swaddling, and sleep support.
New Parent Care
Rest & Healing
Non-judgmental empathic care ensuring you get the rest you need to recover and heal. Nourishment through nutrient-dense simple meals and snacks prepared in your home. Plus, a safe space where you can share and process your birth and postpartum experience.
Household Care
Helping Hands
Help with light household duties which includes washing pump parts and bottles, and helping with light laundry duties.
Parent Education
Answers to your questions
Honest, focused support with open communication to answer your questions or concerns. Access to referrals for practitioners and community-based organizations
THRIVE
Signature Package
$3120
48 Hours of Postpartum Care
Bundled into a total of twelve 4-hour daytime visits.
The Thrive Signature Package provides you with the care and support you need to help you rest and recover post-birth.
In our scheduled time together, you’ll receive focused, guided, and attentive care over the course of 12 visits. Once your baby arrives, I’ll be by your side to help you make a smooth transition into a new routine and help you learn to balance new motherhood.
*Package pricing for families that reside in San Jose, or nearby cities such as Campbell or Los Gatos. Increased hourly rate for further locations.
Most popular!
THRIVE
Premium Package
$1560
24 Hours of Postpartum Care
Bundled into six 4-hour daytime visits
The Thrive Premium Package provides you with the focused attention and care you need to heal and recover after you give birth.
Once your baby arrives, I’ll be by your side to help you make a smooth transition into a new routine and help you learn to balance new motherhood. I provide you with nurturing care to rest, heal, and thrive.
*Package pricing for families that reside in San Jose, or nearby cities such as Campbell or Los Gatos. Increased hourly rate for further locations.
THRIVE
A Day With A Doula
$300
4 Hours of Postpartum Care
A half-day postpartum care visit
Includes four hours of focused care and attention for the new mother. I can provide soothing, gentle care for your newborn, giving you the opportunity to nap, shower, and rest. A great choice if you:
- Need the perfect baby shower gift for the mom-to-be in your life!
- You're a new mom who has some support, but could benefit from a one-time visit to ask questions or nap.
- You are looking to try out my services for a day.
Please note: this offering is only for families that reside in San Jose.
THE DETAILS
Retainer Fee: 50% due upon contract signing. The retainer fee holds our agreed upon dates on my calendar and is non-refundable.
Package hours must be used within 3 months of the birth of the baby. (4-hour minimum per day, but can be determined case-by-case. Times and days of the week TBD depending on availability)
Add-on offerings can be added to any package. Additional offerings are marked with an * and will be subject to a separate fee.
Kristin D'Ambrosio, M.A., CPD
Mother | Wife | Certified Postartum Doula
Supporting new and growing families in San Jose and in the South San Francisco Bay Area with in-home postpartum doula care.
Begin with a complimentary 30-minute consultation to ensure we are a good fit.
A MESSAGE FROM KRISTIN:
Many families are completely unaware of what the fourth trimester requires. Families don’t realize how deeply they will transform during this time.
And the solution can be as simple as having a supportive caring hand to help you navigate through this new life transition. This is the value that a postpartum doula can provide.
Postpartum doulas are knowledgeable professionals that provide the support you need for a smooth transition by helping you rest, recover, and bond with your baby.
In our work together as your postpartum doula I focus on “Mothering the Mother.” Every new mother has individualized needs. I tune into your specific needs to help you thrive.
During pregnancy, we can begin our relationship by planning for your fourth trimester before your baby is born.
After you give birth, I focus on supporting your physical, emotional, and informational needs. I will help guide your family through this new transition.
How can I help you?