Postpartum Doula Services and Classes
Learning to care for your postpartum-self, along with a new baby in your life can be overwhelming. New Life Doulas are here to help ease the transition.
New Life Doulas provide full spectrum fourth trimester support. We are committed to the health and well-being of the entire family and offer expert knowledge and care in the days and weeks following the birth of your baby.
Classes
Format: In-person at 3074 Whitney Ave, Bldg 2, Hamden, CT, 06418
Price: $80 per couple
Day & Time: Saturday, from 9:30am to 11:30am
Note: This one-session, in-person class reviews normal growth and development in infants from birth to 6 months of age. It is a fun, interactive class that will help reduce any anxiety you might be feeling. Activities include hands-on demonstrations and opportunities for practicing swaddling, diapering, and other infant care. This class may be taken during pregnancy or shortly after giving birth. It is also appropriate for couples adopting a newborn baby.
Topics:
- Sleep habits
- Feeding
- Swaddling
- Diapering
- Baby wearing
- Calming a crying baby
- Family values clarification when facing unexpected challenges
- Managing stress as new parents
- Dispelling myths of early parenting
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
Format: In-person at 3074 Whitney Ave, Bldg 2, Hamden, CT, 06418
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Wednesday, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Open to the public, community and support for new families.
Private Newborn Care Session: 2 Hours
Current Clients (with a signed contract): $150
Non-Clients: $200
This 2-hour, private session will take place in your own home. It reviews the normal growth and development in infants from birth to 6 months of age. It is a fun, interactive session that will help reduce any anxiety you might be feeling. It is also appropriate for couples adopting a newborn baby.
This class may be taken during pregnancy or shortly after giving birth. Clients are welcome to include siblings, grandparents, nannies…really anyone who will be helping you with your new bundle of joy.
Topics:
- Sleep habits
- Feeding
- Swaddling
- Baby wearing
- Calming a crying baby
- Family values clarification when facing unexpected challenges
- Managing stress as new parents
- Dispelling myths of early parenting
- Practical nursery/household setup
30-Minute Add On Options: $50/each
We will review:
- Suggested prepping techniques for different ages of the sibling
- Importance of alone time with parents
- Common behaviors from an older sibling
- Managing sibling jealousy
We will review:
- What to expect from your partner
- Ways to support each other
- How to recognize perinatal mood and anxiety disorders in men and women
- Tips to keep your relationship strong
We will review:
- The updated information on the latest newborn advice
- Car seat safety
- Safe sleep
- Ways to help without overstepping
Please note that there will be an additional charge if clients live more than 30 miles away.
Meal Prep Doulas: 4 Hours
Give the gift of nourished motherhood.
Let our Meal Prep Doulas prepare delicious and nutritious food for you while you take care of your newborn. Our Meal Prep Doulas will come 2x a week to prepare meals for you and your family. They will work in your home for 3-4 hours each time.
Step 1: Review Our Menu Options
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Step 2: Choose how many consecutive weeks you would like meals for
*Groceries will need to be ordered and paid for by the client. You’re welcome to use instacart to have your groceries delivered, order your groceries to be picked up or have us shop for you. Our doulas are paid hourly, so the price of your doula may be slightly increased for the time spent grocery shopping or picking up groceries. *
Please note that there will be an additional charge if clients live more than 30 miles away.
Buy Hours and Save Money
Receive one-hour of Postpartum Doula Services for every 10 hours you purchase as a bundle.
- Newborn Care & Education
- Multiples & Preemie support
- Nutrition & Wellness Guidance
- Meal Preparation
- Sibling Care & Engagement
- Feeding Support
- Referrals to Service Providers
- Relaxation Techniques
- Alternative Healing Practices
- Schedule Tracking
- Swaddle and Baby Wearing Techniques
- Household Organizational Support
- Light Housekeeping & Errands
