Colleen Andrade

About me

Working with children and their families has been my life’s work, whether being a center-based teacher or in-home care. My biggest and greatest accomplishment has been becoming a mother to my two boys. Being a postpartum doula and lactation educator is another way to share in these magical times and help families adjust to life with a newborn. Having experienced vastly different prenatal, birth, and postpartum experiences with both of my sons, this lit the passion in me to help others during this time when things can be unexpected. Training through CAPPA (Childbirth & Postpartum Professional Association) solidified all the reasons why I want to continue to help support families and be a part of their amazing journey as their family grows. My hands-on experience, becoming a mother and working as a teacher, has shown me just how different each baby and family are. I look forward to sharing your unique beginning with you, creating success in your parenting journey.

Education

Bachelor (2014)

Certification and training

CAPPA Postpartum Doula (2020)

CAPPA Lactation Educator (2020)

Memberships and affiliations

CAPPA

Specialties

Languages

English

Service introduction

I offer postpartum doula services as well as lactation education helping families transition home after the birth of their baby. Providing support, education, and resources before and after the birth along this amazing journey, as it pertains to breast/chest feeding and all things postpartum. My postpartum support focuses on the birthing person and their recovery by creating an environment for rest and bonding. While I care for the newborn and attend to light household tasks, you have the opportunity to focus on rest and recovery, all while having educated and experienced support walking alongside you.

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