Imagine a mom who is bleary-eyed, overwhelmed and trying to understand why her baby won’t stop screaming. Dad is frantically looking for the manual, which never came along with their new bundle of joy. The postpartum doula – Fully Healed Mama is a little like Mary Poppins, but without the magic carpet bag.
These unsung heroes offer more than baby-holding expertise. They calm the chaos and transform confusion into confidence. Imagine someone to help you when you feel overwhelmed by diapers, midnight feedings, and other baby-related tasks.
Doulas provide support in all forms: emotional, physical and educational. Like a wise friend that always has your back but with an abundance of knowledge on newborn care, they are a great resource. They have tricks up their sleeve, whether it’s helping you with breastfeeding or teaching you how to wrap your baby.
Doulas are not just for moms. Dads can also benefit from their services! You can also get help from them! A doula will guide you with humor and patience.
Let’s now talk about family dynamics. The arrival of a new baby can change everything more quickly than you could say “parenthood”. This tiny baby may make siblings feel confused or left out. Doulas help to bridge this gap by getting older children involved in caring for the new sibling, turning potential rivalry into teamwork.
Don’t forget to take care of yourself! While focusing on their babies, new parents tend to neglect themselves. As they say in airplanes, put on your oxygen mask first before helping others. Doulas encourage parents to relax, take a break, and even eat a hot meal uninterrupted (a rare luxury). ).
It’s comforting to have someone who has been through it all, from the good days of a baby sleeping soundly to those nights where colic attacks mercilessly at 3AM sharp! Experienced doulas have a lot of knowledge and experience. Doulas are able to provide comfort and reassurance in uncertain times.
Imagine them as a therapist and cheerleader, ready to offer tissues at times of tears but cheering loudly on the sidelines for small victories (like getting rid of that burp!). They are invaluable, not because they can solve all problems but because they will walk with families throughout thick and thin parenting adventures.
If you’re expecting, or already a parent and feeling overwhelmed by bottles & binkies… invite one of these guardian angels into your home. You’ll soon wonder how you survived without them, and maybe even wish that they would stay forever… but eventually everyone will have to fly alone again!