What is a Doula?

A doula provides caring, evidence-based non-medical support to birthing people and their families before, during, and after childbirth. A postpartum doula provides practical, emotional, and educational support to families after the birth of a baby. This can include:

• Helping parents with infant care, feeding (including lactation support), and soothing techniques.

• Supporting the birthing parent’s recovery — physically and emotionally.

• Assisting with light household tasks to reduce stress (like meal prep or laundry).

• Offering guidance and reassurance as parents adjust to life with a newborn.

• Connecting families with community resources or professionals if additional help is needed.

See more about the postpartum doula's role in maternity care (DONA.org).