Emily Governale

Postpartum Doula
Portland, Oregon
10 years of experience
5.0
About me

Hello, I'm Emily, a CAPPA certified postpartum doula. Originally from Portland, I traveled and worked as a nanny in Corvallis, Grand Cayman, Amsterdam, SF, and Denver—almost always with babies. I transitioned to doula work in San Francisco and have loved quickly adapting to each family's needs ever since. I excel at making parents comfortable, soothing babies and providing guidance, as well as fitting myself in wherever help is needed in your household. Be that baby care, cooking, organizing, laundry, massage, or a sympathetic and impartial ear. I will support you so that you can confidently care for your new tiny human!

Certification and training

CAPPA Postpartum Doula Certified (2019)

Memberships and affiliations

CAPPA

Specialties
Advanced Maternal Age Babywearing Breastfeeding Support Evidence-Based Care Grief and Loss Healthy Eating Infant Care Massage Mental Health Multiples Newborn Care Parenting Support Postpartum Doula Care Safety Toddlers
Languages

English, French

Service introduction

I have the experience to care for you and your family in whatever way makes you feel most supported and confident as you transition to being home with baby. With Baby Care; feeding, bathing, wearing etc., Household Care; cooking, organizing projects, tidying, laundry, and Parent Care; listening to your birth story, talking through your concerns, providing massage, or holding baby (and/or entertaining siblings) while you shower, nap, or catch up on your own needs. Many further details are available on my website: www.bondedbeginnings.com

Packages
A Bonded Beginning ♥️
*I will always create a monthly invoice for you to track hours and cost and potentially help you claim that cost back through insurance!* Bonded Beginning package: 3 weeks of three six hour days at 10% off. At $34 per hour this would normally cost $1,836. Package cost would be $1,650! A total of 9 days to be used within 4 weeks, adjusting to your schedule.
$34.00
USD Per hour
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
1
5.0

Emily is truly the best. As our postpartum doula with our third child, Emily was amazing in everything she did - caring for the baby with expertise and love, keeping our family well nourished, attending to my needs and the needs of our older children, keeping our house clean, and always bringing joy into our home. Emily is wonderful and a gift to anyone who gets to work with her.

- Sarah F.

Frequently asked questions
Do you provide night time care?
Are you a licensed massage therapist?
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