What can

Hug & Hold Doula

Do for you?

Featured Service ~ The Grounded Partner

The grounded partner services is an online guide to help you feel more prepared and confident. I’ll walk you through what to expect in each trimester, how pregnancy might affect your partner, and how you can support them ~ physically, emotionally, and practically. I’ll also show you how to care for yourself, because you matter in this too.

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Postpartum Support

Postpartum Emotional

  • De-briefing the Pregnancy & Birth

  • New Family Dynamics

  • Baby Blues

  • Helping siblings adjust to a new baby

  • Importance of Self-Care

  • Loss of Expectations

Postpartum Information

  • Recovering after birth (vaginal or Caesarean)

  • Baby’s natural development and milestones

  • Understanding baby norms (feeding, crying, sleeping, etc.)

  • Breast milk storage

  • How to use infant formula if & when needed

  • Expressing breast milk

  • Introducing soothers/dummies to the baby

  • How to change a baby’s nappy

  • Safe sleep practices (how to put a baby down to sleep)

  • Swaddling a baby

  • Colic/reflux issues

Postpartum Practical

  • Household chores:

    • Hoovering 
    • Doing the dishes
    • Laundry 
    • Making beds
    • Tidying/light cleaning 
    • Rearranging wardrobes 

  • Meal Related Tasks

    • Making dinner/light snacks
    • Organising the fridge 

     

  • Baby and Family Support

    • Packing changing bag
    • ​Setting up baby changing spaces
    • Washing/sterilising bottles
    • Feeding and walking pets 
    • Running errands 
    • Accompanying parents to postpartum visits 

There are a number of ways Audrey can support you Postpartum

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Doula Hours

Day Time Rate (9am – 4pm): €40 per hour (minimum of 3 hours)
Overnight Rate (4pm -9am): €45 per hour (minimum of 8 hours, max 10 hours)

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Infant Massage

I completed my certification in infant massage instructor training, which promotes bonding and attachment, and provides reassurance for newborns. It also includes developmental massage routines for babies, starting from birth, as touch is the first sense to develop in the womb. These techniques can aid digestion and sleep, boost immunity, and support growth, development, and flexibility. Infant massage also helps parents build a strong bond with their baby and may reduce the risk of postnatal depression. 

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Holistic Sleep Support

As a Holistic Sleep Coach trained under Dr Lynsey Hookway & BabyEm I support you to establish healthy sleep habits for your baby. My role is to provide guidance, support, and customised strategies to encourage better sleep patterns while considering your baby’s developmental needs. I will provide you with  the knowledge and information on sleep routines, environment optimisation, soothing techniques, and ways to gently promote independent sleep when babys ready.  

Please note I cannot offer medical advice or diagnose sleep disorders but instead provide you with practical approaches to improve rest for both your baby and your family. My focus is on understanding newborn sleep cycles, ensuring safe sleep practices, and easing any stress around sleepless nights. 

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Disclaimer: As a doula I provide emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. However, I am not a licensed medical professional and do not perform medical procedures, diagnose conditions, or offer medical advice. Any health-related concerns should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider. My support is intended to complement, not replace, professional medical care.

If you need any help understanding your needs or would like to set up a chat with me, I would be more than happy to help. ~ Audrey

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