Postpartum doulas offer informational, physical and emotional support to families within the first year of a baby’s life. Postpartum support can allow the birthing parent to devote the time needed to recovering after birth and tend to the intense demands of adjusting to the transition of life with their new baby. Additionally, it can defuse the stress of caring for basic household tasks such as meal preparation and housecleaning. Lastly, postpartum doula support can help build confidence by providing newborn-care and evidence-based education.
Studies have shown that postpartum doula support can decrease postpartum mood and anxiety disorders and enhance the feelings of positivity surrounding the postpartum period.