postpartumdoulaannarbor2022

BIRTH STORIES: How was your first birth? Long? Short? Let me know in the comments!

One of my favorite parts of my job as a postpartum doula is listening to birth stories. I LOVE hearing ALL about your birth.

It's so important for people to have a chance to share their birth stories WITHOUT any judgement, interruption or comments.


Often in our culture, sharing our birth stories ends up in a competition of who's birth was longer/better/faster/more natural/more horrifying/etc. People can tend to talk over each other to share their personal experience.

As your postpartum doula, I give you the chance to talk through your experience without any interruption or judgment.

Postpartum doulas do the laundry so you can focus on napping or snuggling and feeding your new baby.

A bonus of hiring a postpartum doula is that we handle light household chores like dishes, cleaning, and laundry so that you can focus on resting and bonding with your new baby.

Shoot me a DM if you need this kind of support in your life!

Postpartum doulas do the laundry so you can focus on napping or snuggling and feeding your new baby. A bonus of hiring a postpartum doula is that we handle light household chores like dishes, cleaning, and laundry so that you can focus on resting and bonding with your new baby. Shoot me a DM if you need this kind of support in your life! #30daysofdoulalife #postpartum #postpartumdoula #doula #moms #doulasdothat #laundry #postpartumsupport #momsupport

The word "postpartum" DOES NOT mean "depression".

The word "postpartum" means the period after childbirth.

"Postpartum depression" means depression that happens during this time period.

The words "postpartum" and "postpartum depression" are NOT interchangeable.

Postpartum doulas help ALL birthing people and do not just help those who are depressed. If you or someone you know are experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, please reach out for support. No one should go through that time alone. I have so many resources that could be life changing for you. Feel free to DM me anytime.

The word "postpartum" DOES NOT mean "depression". The word "postpartum" means the period after childbirth. "Postpartum depression" means depression that happens during this time period. The words "postpartum" and "postpartum depression" are NOT interchangeable. Postpartum doulas help ALL birthing people and do not just help those who are depressed. If you or someone you know are experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, please reach out for support. No one should go through that time alone. I have so many resources that could be life changing for you. Feel free to DM me anytime. #30daysofdoulalife #postpartum #postpartumsupport #postpartumdoula #babyblues #PostPartumDepressionIsReal #doula #annarbor

MEET THE DOULA: Hi, I'm Maria and I am a doula because I have always loved both healthcare and babies. When I found out I could make a career out of it I was beyond thrilled. I immediately started researching and got trained as quickly as I could. After my first client, all I could think about was how excited I was to gain more and more clients and begin a change in my community where birthing people didn’t have to figure it all out alone. I want to be there and be their support person through potentially one of the hardest times in their life.

I live in and I love to grab my daily Starbucks, go for a walk with my adorable puppy Lola, and drive out to my favorite parks to walk with my little family.

I have a couple openings for February. DM me if you want to chat about postpartum doula support!

Happy snow day friends!

Please try to take some time this snowy week to grab a hot cup of cocoa, a good book, or even play outside with the kids or fur babies even if it's just for 30 minutes.

This new year has started off strong and I'm sure many of us are already exhausted and feeling stressed. Being able to break out of my daily routine and do something fun and different is so healing and energizing, and I wish the same feeling for all of my peers and mamas out there.

Stay safe out there and have fun in the beautiful change of scenery❤️

The first thing I do when I start my day with a new mother is wash my hands.

The second thing I do is make sure she has a glass of water nearby.
Postpartum doulas "mother the mother", each day we make sure you're staying hydrated and eating healthy snacks and meals to help you heal and recover.

It's so easy to focus so intensely on caring for your newborn that you forget to take care of yourself.

I'll be there to help take care of YOU so you can take care of the baby.

Message me to set up a free prenatal consultation.

"Is my baby eating enough?

Is the umbilical stump supposed to look like this?

Do other moms feel like they are losing their minds?
Is this normal?

I love answering ALL the new mom questions. As a postpartum doula, I'm not a medical professional but I am very familiar with what's normal and what's worth a call to the pediatrician. I also love talking through all the thoughts and emotions that might be running through your brain.

Postpartum doulas provide non-judgmental support and resources when needed.

What was your biggest question in the first days home with your baby?"

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Postpartum Doula Services of Ann Arbor Let Maria provide you with high-quality care in this critical time!

Hello doula community! I will begin my postpartum doula practice in January 2023 in Washtenaw County. If your schedule is full or you need backup, feel free to reach out! I am always availiable via email or Messenger.