What Does a Postpartum Doula Do?
Postpartum doulas support families in the first weeks after birth — sleep, feeding, recovery, emotional support, and household help.
Day Shifts
Newborn care, feeding support, light meals, light household help, sibling adjustment, and emotional support.
Overnight Shifts
Take over overnight newborn care so parents can sleep. For breastfeeding families, doulas bring baby to mom for feeds and handle everything else.
Frequently asked
How long do families use postpartum doulas?
Anywhere from a single overnight to ongoing support for 6+ months.
What's the typical rate?
$25–$60+ per hour depending on market and certifications.