Postpartum Doulas: Helping You Find A New Normal

The Role of a Postpartum Doula

---

---

Covid-19 was a life-changing event for us all.

As I transition from life pre-covid to life after covid, I can’t help but think about how this parallels my work as a postpartum doula. As Covid-19 becomes less concerning, our lives are resuming to what they once were

…Almost

But…

there is no question the pandemic that started in 2020 has changed the way we live and function in this world. For example, I know that I will always have a mask tucked away in my purse or car for those “just in case” times they are needed, and the frequency and way I wash my hands are forever changed. However, now that the worse seems behind us, it’s time to settle into our new normal.

New normals and creating new routines and habits can create stress and anxiety as we learn to function within new boundaries and circumstances. We can feel frustrated when we can no longer do things in the same ways. There is a learning curve as we form new ways of doing things, and they become new habits. All of this can make us tired and irritable, and that’s ok. We are, after all, human.

But humans are also strong and resilient. We adapt and change.

Bringing home a new baby is a life-changing event!

For many, it may be THE most life-changing event ever experienced. Preparing for your baby often does not prepare you for just how drastically your day-to-day life will be affected by the presence of this sweet tiny human.

But this is where we can help.

As a postpartum doula, I witness families undergoing significant adjustments as they settle in with their little ones. I see firsthand the anxiety and stress it adds to their life. I watch them adapt and grow into new habits they must create for themselves and their babies. As a postpartum doula, I listen as new parents express concerns and fears and hold them while shedding a few tears from worry and exhaustion. I am there as they transition to a new normal.

Postpartum doulas provide unbiased support with no personal agenda.

The role of a postpartum doula is to help you transition into new ways of living and coping as your life-changing journey into parenthood begins. They assist you in finding balance as you settle into your new normal. What your postpartum doula does for you depends on what you need.

For some, it’s simply someone to listen and guide them through as they settle into a new routine.

Others may want someone to help do small tasks. For instance, we can help with baby laundry or washing a few dishes. These simple things help the transition while they nurture their newborn.

Often they can help you achieve balance simply by letting you get a good night’s sleep.

---

Orlando Doulas LLC provides quality, professional support with flexibility and understanding. They are up to date on the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for safe sleep and know the latest and best practices in newborn care. Your postpartum doula maintains current certification in infant CPR.

We are there for you and your family, helping you find your NEW normal life.