LL DOULA
POSTPARTUM SUPPORT
Serving the Seattle Area
Hello and Welcome!
I’m Lauren, (she/her) a postpartum doula and lactation educator serving the Seattle area. My mission is to provide compassionate, holistic care and guidance during the fourth trimester and beyond.
The postpartum period is a time of major transition, and my role is to empower, support and nurture your family in the weeks and months after birth. I believe this time is all about going slow, eating well and resting often.
Together, we will create a supportive environment where you can rest, recover, and bond with your baby.
What does a postpartum doula do?
Just as every individual and family are different, no two postpartum experiences are the same. As a postpartum doula, I offer a variety of supports including, physical, emotional, and educational support to you and your family during the postpartum period. This can include:
Lactation Support: providing support for breastfeeding, answering questions, working through challenges and supporting all types of infant feeding
Birth Recovery: offering comfort measures, belly binding, sitz baths, and opportunities for rest
Newborn and Infant Care: education on babywearing, infant development, soothing options, sleep and more
Emotional Support: tending to all family members emotional well-being during this major transition and supporting time for self-care
Nourishment: preparing satisfying meals, snacks and beverages
Household support: assisting with laundry, dishes, and light tidying and organizing in addition to guiding partners and friends or family on how to support the new mother or birthing parent
Connections: sharing resources and referrals to other professionals to expand your village
as part of my postpartum doula support
OR
as a stand-alone service prenatally or postpartum
MEAL PREPARATION
LACTATION EDUCATION
I offer guidance prenatally and from birth through the weaning process, supporting families with evidence-based lactation and breastfeeding information.
Postpartum Doula Training: Simkin Center at Bastyr University, 2021
Lactation Educator: Foundations for Best Practice in Lactation Care with the Simkin Center at Bastyr University and Evergreen Perinatal Education, 2024
Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certified
Up-to-date vaccination for Covid-19 and the flu
AVAILABILITY
I offer postpartum support during the daytime, typically between the hours of 8am - 6pm.
To see my current availability and rates, please visit my DoulaMatch profile here.
Support is offered on a sliding scale or payment plan for those not able to pay my full rate. Please fill out a contact form to discuss further.
SERVICE AREA
I prioritize working with families within 10 miles of my home in Seattle. I may charge a travel fee per visit for families outside of this range.
There are wonderful postpartum doulas all around the Puget Sound and I would be happy to help connect you with one if you are outside of my service area.
Doulamatch is another great resource for finding a local doula.
