Postnatal Support Nottingahm
The first few weeks post birth can sometimes feel overwhelming as you navigate your new role as a mother/parent, whether it is your first, second or third baby. My role as a postnatal doula is to provide non-judgmental practical and emotional support to you and your family and ease this transition as you adjust to life with your new baby.
The fourth trimester is described as the first three months post birth where you transition to mother/parent hood and your baby transitions to life outside the womb.
Everyone deserves to feel supported, nourished and cared for during those first few months. In today’s world we often don’t live near friends or family or have support network or we may not feel like we can ask for help. My role is to give you that support network helping you to rest, feel cared for and empowered during this transition.
I will support you to feel confident as a parent and I will be guided by what you need to help you during those first few weeks and months.
I have supported many families postnatally across Nottingham. I work with each family on an individual basis by planning ahead with them for when their baby arrives to help support a gentle transition to your new family.
How I Support you as a Postnatal Doula
As a postnatal doula I offer a non-judgmental listening ear- you can tell me anything and I will never judge you. My role is support you to feel confident in your role as mother/parent and I will always be led by you.
I can also support:
Debriefing and talking through your birth if you want to
Supporting you to feel confident in your role as a mother/parent
Basic feeding support (breast/chest and bottle feeding)
Preparing light meals/lunches for you or snacks for other children
Light house work so you can focus on you and your baby
Caring for your baby whilst you nap, have a bath or play with your other children if you would like me to
Playing with your older children whilst you bond with your baby
Running errands/picking up light shopping
Helping you with any chores that might make your day run more smoothly
Helping you to navigate those first few weeks with any questions and resources.
Assisting with bath time, nappy changing and preparing anything your baby may need
Supporting with sling holding
Coming with you to any appointments- they can feel daunting the first time!
Accompanying you on walks, first outings or first trip in the car!
Postnatal Doula Packages
All my doula support packages include 30 minute consultation, 60 minute postnatal planning session including a postpartum plan (if booking in advance of birth), virtual support for the duration of your postnatal package.
3 X postnatal visits £350 (total of 9 hours)
5 X postnatal visits £550 (total of 15 hours)
10 x postnatal visits £1,100 (total of 30 hours)
Option to select the number of hours you want to build your bespoke package
Postpartum visits are usually 3 hours. Sessions can be booked weekly, every other week or whenever you would like me to visit.
Visits can also take at hospital for extra support if you are required to stay in for any length of time
For block bookings of 42 hours or more a discount of 10% will apply.
“SHE MADE THE WORLD OF DIFFERENCE TO ME AND MY PARTNER”
I was looking for a doula specifically for postnatal support and came across Kerry - it ended up being the best decision working with her! During a period that can be completely overwhelming, she was there to help, both practically (making meals, helping set things up) and emotionally. If you are considering a doula, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her, she made the world of difference to me and my partner.
I am a mother, wife, friend, doula…
I’m Kerry, the founder of Barefaced Birth, and I support families through pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period with a calm, compassionate, and evidence-based approach. Clients often tell me they feel more confident, informed, and empowered after working together, knowing they’ve been fully supported and listened to throughout their journey.
I aim to create a safe, relaxed space and go above and beyond to help families feel prepared for birth, whatever path it takes.