I am a Certified Postpartum Doula and Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Postpartum Care is my passion. In 2014, I started Bridgetown Baby, a local doula agency that specializes in postpartum care available.
At Bridgetown Baby, we believe that a supported, restful postpartum experience brings life-long benefits for parents and their children.
Our Certified Postpartum Doulas and Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) coordinate care around the clock so you can truly rest, bond and ease into your new life with strength and confidence. These are some of the reasons over 1,000 families have chosen us for their postpartum care.
Education
BA in Women's Studies and Public Policy, University of Oregon (2000)
Certification and training
Postpartum Doula, Birthingway College (2014)
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, (2015)
Perinatal Mood Disorders Components of Care (2022)
Memberships and affiliations
Board Member of OHSU-PSU Lactation Advisory Committee
Member of Postpartum Support International
Credentials
BAIBCLCPCD (DONA)
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Specialties
AdoptionAnxiety and DepressionAttachment problemsBabywearingBreastfeeding SupportDoula TrainerHigh-Risk PregnancyInfertilityLactation Home VisitsLatch IssuesLGBTQ+Low Milk Supply/Over SupplyMenopause ManagementNewborn CareNewborn PrepNipple and Breast PainOvernight Newborn CareParentingPostpartum ChefPostpartum DepressionPostpartum Doula CarePregnancy LossPremature InfantsPrental Massage PractitionerRelaxation TechniquesSibling PreparationSleep ConsultantTrauma RecoveryVaginal SteamYoga
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Languages
English
Service introduction
Overnight Doula Care
Is sleep a priority of yours during the postpartum period? Research shows that families who get more regular sleep after childbirth heal faster, are more resilient, and are better able to thrive in the early postpartum period.
Our nighttime doulas are often described as quiet, magical gnomes who lovingly care for your baby/babies while cleaning the kitchen, helping with laundry, and finishing with a hot, nutritious breakfast for you to wake up to - all while you sleep.
Overnight visits are typically 10 hours in duration, scheduled between 9pm and 7am.
Daytime Doula
Days with a new baby mean lots of snuggles but can also feel endless and lonely. They can be especially hard if you have older children to care for, as well.
Daytime doula support from Bridgetown Baby can start as soon after your baby’s/babies’ arrival as you’d like, and can help nurture the whole family in a variety of ways.
At the beginning of each visit, your doula will help you prioritize 2-4 goals for the visit. Examples include: a shower, a nap, help with feeding, cooking a pot of soup for dinner, giving the baby a bath together, and/or completing a couple of loads of laundry. We can also accomplish a lesson on babywearing, provide you with time to return a few phone calls, and/or set you up to take a sitz bath. Additionally, we can spend one-on-one time with the partner/papa/grandparent on bottle-feeding, swaddling, or simply answering newborn questions.
Daytime visits are typically 5 hours in duration, scheduled between 9am and 5pm.
Packages
Custom Packages
Each family has a unique constellation of needs. We are committed to helping you build a personalized plan to best fit - and grow with - you as you navigate the first weeks after your baby’s birth and up to 12 months of age. Elements of a postpartum care plan may include: newborn care education; support to meet your feeding goals; sleep support; household management; emotional support; and referrals to other resources in your community.
We will work with you to create a postpartum plan perfect for your family.
$65.00
USD Per hour
Custom Packages
Each family has a unique constellation of needs. We are committed to helping you build a personalized plan to best fit - and grow with - you as you navigate the first weeks after your baby’s birth and up to 12 months of age. Elements of a postpartum care plan may include: newborn care education; support to meet your feeding goals; sleep support; household management; emotional support; and referrals to other resources in your community.
We will work with you to create a postpartum plan perfect for your family.
$65.00
USD Per hour
Upcoming classes
Nurturing Circle New Parent Support Group
Online event
From the moment you decide to become a parent support is a indespensible part of the journey. Whether your journey to parenthood is smooth or challenging, or you’re adding your first or fifth baby to the family we have a support group for you. Taking place in the Portland metropolitan area, and online - check out our weekly parent support groups.
https://www.bridgetownbaby.com/parenting-classes-portland-oregon#support-groups
Are there additional perks to being a Bridgetown Baby client?
Complimentary weekly new parent support groups
Complimentary Newborn Care 101 Webinar with more than 10 visits
Complimentary prenatal feeding…
Exclusive discounts with local practitioners
Do you also provide lactation consultancy and infant feeding support?
Yes! Our certified lactation consultants provide breast/ chest feeding support, help with bottle feeding & the transition to solids. Find our more about our lactation consultants here.
I'm expecting twins - can you help?
Welcoming multiples, be that twins or more, into the world has it’s own set of joys & challenges. Our experienced doula team are here to support you.
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