Nurturing Transitions

Services and Fees

Lactation Consultations

Breastfeeding is one of the best things mothers can do for their babies, but it doesn't always come naturally or go smoothly for every mother-baby dyad.

One of the most important things to know before starting the breastfeeding adventure is to know that there is support available whenever a challenge may arise.

As a Board Certified Lactation Consultant, I offer home visits for new moms who may be experiencing a challenge, or simply have a few questions about breastfeeding.

*Help with positioning and latch

*Answer questions related to:

~Sore nipples

~Milk supply

~Using a Pump

*Referrals to other resources if necessary

Fees for Services

• Please call for current rate

Postpartum Doula Services

(To read about the researched benefits of postpartum doulas and the role of postpartum doulas, click here

for DONA's Postpartum Doula Position Paper)

As a postpartum doula I offer professional support to families during the postpartum
period by providing a calm, patient, caring, and reassuring presence to the home.

My goal is to make the transition into becoming new parents easier by assisting in the many
areas listed below, and to instill confidence in new parents as they get to know their new babies!

*Lactation Assistance

~Information and support

~Bringing the baby to you and helping you get comfortable

~Washing pump parts, bottles and nipples, if necessary

*Guidance and Assistance with Newborn Care

~Diapering/changing clothes

~Feeding (if applicable)

~Bathing

~Holding/Calming

~Care for baby while you eat/shower/sleep

*Care for Postpartum Mom

~ Encouraging and allowing Mom to sleep by being that extra set of hands

~ Herbal Sitz Bath

*Household Tasks

~Small meal preparation

~Laundry

~Light housekeeping

~Grocery shopping

~Running errands

*Parent Education and Support

~Information about infant development

~Being warm and open for you to talk about your transition to parenting

~A link to resources in the area

Areas of Service

Greater Portland area, Maine

Fees for Services

• Please call or email for my current rates.

• During prenatal consultations we will discuss what you are looking for during this transition and how often you'd like my services.

Not sure if you need a lot of help, but you know you have some questions? These other services are available:

New Parent-New Baby Consultations

Forgot how to swaddle after you took your Baby Care class?

Not sure what your baby's trying to tell you?

Wondering about other ways to calm your baby?

There are many baby books out there, but it is important to remember that every baby is different. If you feel like you could benefit from having an experienced person come by and help answer some questions for you then a consultation may be right for you.

It can also be helpful to know that there are many new parents out there that have little new baby experience and/or don't have friends or family close by to help guide them through those first few weeks and months. If this is you, you're not alone!

A consultation (or more) may be just what you need to answer your questions and increase your confidence as a new parent.

Fees for Services

• Please call for current rate