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Alissa Dincau of Happy Hearts
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My Services
A postpartum doula, also may be referred to as a newborn care specialist, night nanny, and most commonly known as a baby nurse or night nurse, is generally not an RN, but is an extensively trained, experienced, and certified woman who is proficient in all aspects of newborn baby care and parental education and support - although their individual training, experience and title on their certifications may vary. I have received my postpartum doula training and certification through CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association). www.cappa.net *Please be advised that many women may claim to be a baby nurse or newborn specialist even though they may have no formal training or hold any certifications, so please be sure to check her credentials and experience as well as her references when hiring your postpartum caregiver. Many new parents feel overwhelmed by the thought of leaving the hospital with this little tiny person who they are all of a sudden supposed to take care of. This is where I will come in as a trained, certified and experienced educator, supporter, and helper. I will put your mind at ease and help you through this huge adjustment period. Whether you need loving care for your baby so you can sleep peacefully at night, an expert in the care of multiples or preemies, breastfeeding assistance, a sleep schedule specialist (sleep training), a postpartum doula, or just an extra set of hands – I can offer you the assistance and peace of mind you need. I will arrive in your home to meet your families needs in the first days/weeks/months of your newborn's life and to help you as new parents with the everyday care of your baby. I will answer any questions you have and in general help you to feel comfortable in caring for your infant at a time when sleepless nights, exhaustion and emotions may be running high. Having me there will also help to deter your fatigue, which can help to prevent postpartum depression. No more sleepless nights! Sound good? I generally work evening hours to allow you some much needed rest. No more sleepless nights or getting up every 1 - 3 hours. This is really wonderful, especially for parents of multiples. I usually stay in the same room as the baby – be it the baby’s nursery or a living room/family room, whatever is most convenient for your family. I get up at every feeding to feed your little one if he/she is bottle fed allowing you to enjoy a peaceful night of uninterrupted sleep. Or, if you are breastfeeding, I will change your baby and bring them to you for nursing. I will then burp, swaddle, and soothe them back to sleep. This is invaluable to a nursing mother because it allows her to hand the baby over to me immediately after nursing allowing her to get right back to sleep, knowing that her baby is being well cared for. Availability: © Schedules must be a minimum of 4 hours for days and a minimum of 8 hours for nights. 24 hour shifts are also available, with scheduled breaks. I am: © A proud mom of 4. © A certified postpartum doula. © Certified in infant, child and adult CPR and first aid. © Cleared through the Department of Justice and Child Abuse Index. © Experienced with multiples and preemies. © Happy to offer you phone numbers of past clients that you can speak with. I do: © Offer breastfeeding information, instruction and support. © Instruct mom in breast milk pumping and storage. © Bottle preparation, cleaning and sterilization. © Breast pump preparation, cleaning and sterilization. © Bottle feeding. © Diaper changing. © Bathing. © Baby's laundry. © Cord and circumcision care. © Keep a daily diary or log of baby's feedings, changes and nap schedules. © Change crib and changing table linens. © Restock infant supplies and diapers. © Empty diaper pail. © Keep nursery tidy. © Educate new parents on various comfort measures for your new baby. © Answer your questions regarding your postpartum recovery and the care of your newborn. © Observe and offer assistance in mom’s postpartum physical and emotional recovery. © Keep an informed watch for signs of postpartum depression in mom. © Help transition the baby to a regular feeding and sleeping schedule at a point in time that is right for both you and your little one. © Offer many other services that will assist new parents. I do not: © Insist that new parents care for their baby in any particular way. What works for one family may not work for another. There are many different "styles" of parenting out there (as you may have read). It can all be quite confusing and overwhelming. There is definitely more than one way of doing things and many will work. © Evaluate you or your baby's medical condition, but can make referrals. © Do housecleaning (mopping, vacuum cleaning, bathrooms, dusting, etc.). |
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