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 support and guidance during the postpartum period, ensuring that you and your family receive the care you deserve.
As a postpartum doula, I am here to assist your adjustment to life with a newborn. The postpartum period is a time of major transition, and my role is to ensure your family feels supported and nurtured 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 nurturing 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 support 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
COOKING & MEAL PREPARATION
as part of my postpartum support
OR
as a stand-alone service prenatally or postpartum
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 vaccinations for Covid-19
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 (near the Space Needle). I 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.
