Seattle's Choice for Postpartum Doulas

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What does a Postpartum Doula Provide?

Emotional Support

    • Listening to your needs and concerns patiently and without judging, recognizing that this is a time of emotional vulnerability for the whole family, but particularly for the mother
    • Helping you process your birth or adoption experience
    • Supporting your parenting style
    • Offering a list of resources specific to your needs

Physical Support

    • Making suggestions to improve your comfort and recovery after birth
    • Helping you learn to care for your new baby. For example, assisting with breastfeeding or bottle feeding, bathing, diapering, and cord care
    • Doing light housework and meal preparation
    • Providing sibling and pet care
    • Coordinating family and friends to support you



Northwest Association for Postpartum Support

A not for profit organization
Established 1996
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2524 16th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98144 
(206) 956-1955