Boston's First Doula Agency Est. 2002
Postpartum Doulas
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When you choose Birthing Gently as your birthing support partner, you're not just benefiting from the expertise of some of the finest doulas in Boston – you're embracing a comprehensive care journey beyond childbirth. Our unique approach revolves around the strength of our Birthing Gently community, which includes seasoned doulas, dedicated educators, skilled lactation consultants, and nurturing body workers. Our network of professionals is committed to your holistic well-being, ensuring you have all-encompassing support throughout your prenatal and postpartum experiences.
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Our commitment to your well-being goes further. We also offer enlightening parent education groups led by our in-house experts, giving you a chance to connect with other families and gather invaluable knowledge for your parenting journey.
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At Birthing Gently, we firmly believe that it takes a village - a well-trained, evidence-based village - to nurture and support a healthy family. Our philosophy centers around the strength of community and inclusivity. We're not just a service; we're a supportive, nurturing community that understands the importance of embracing diversity and inclusivity in every aspect of the birthing journey.
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Discover for yourself why more than 8000 families have made the inspired choice of Birthing Gently as their preferred community for birthing support. Join us, and invest in the care and support that your family truly deserves.​​
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Comprehensive Postpartum Doula Services
Doula services do not end after birth. Once at home, there are many adjustments for families with new babies. During the postpartum period, our doulas are specifically trained to support families as they transition to these changing roles. By offering unbiased evidence-based education, attention to the needs of the parents, infant, and other children, and offering quality referrals and access to community resources when necessary, the postpartum Doula can ease and enhance your postpartum experience.
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Virtual Interview (Complimentary)​
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Phone/text/email support from the date of hire
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1 hour assessment and preparation visit to tailor care
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In-person postpartum support
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Backup Doula for postpartum support
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Having a postpartum doula was the best decision we made. She helped me rest, recover, and feel confident in caring for my baby. I don’t know how we would have managed without her!
We used Birthing Gently for postpartum doula services for 6 weeks following the birth of our first. Our Doulas were amazing and really helped us survive the adjustment to being parents. Tara was great at communicating and helped us navigate getting reimbursed for the services through my workplace benefit. You are in good hands with Birthing Gently!
The transition into motherhood was overwhelming, but my postpartum doula made it so much easier. She reassured me, validated my feelings, and created a peaceful, supportive space for my healing.
I didn’t realize how much I needed a postpartum doula until I had one. She brought warmth, wisdom, and hands-on help that made my postpartum experience so much more joyful and less stressful.
We used Birthing Gently to find our doula and it was one of the best decisions we could have made! Our Doulas were, and still are, hugely impactful in helping us through a complicated twin birth experience with postpartum challenges. I unequivocally recommend Birthing Gently to anyone expecting new additions to the family!
My Doula is the best! I got the longest stretch of sleep that I've had since before the baby was born, which felt amazing! Today was the first day I've had my coffee before 11am! My anxiety is much better & this has been a whirlwind, but you've made it so much easier. Thank you!
We strive for consistency of care and attempt to book your entire package with the postpartum Doula of your choice. Postpartum doulas are in high demand. We suggested pre-booking as many hours as possible if you wish to retain specific Doulas.
Additional hours can be added as needed.
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Postpartum Doulas will provide support around the estimated date of service * specified in your contract. Services are to commence within a one-week window, either before or after the estimated date of service. All services must be completed by six weeks postpartum (date of delivery).
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*The estimated date of service represents when you anticipate that postpartum Doula services will begin. If you expect to start services shortly after your discharge from the hospital, please set the estimated service date a few days after your due date. Conversely, if you foresee beginning services one week after returning home from the hospital, please indicate the estimated date of service as one week after your due date.
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Our postpartum doulas specifically reserve time around the estimated date of service outlined in your contract. We will prioritize the postpartum hours you have selected. Additional hours can be purchased if your designated postpartum Doula or another available Doula can accommodate your request. All purchased services must be utilized within six weeks postpartum (from the date of delivery).
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Postpartum care packages
(16 hour minimum starter package)
16 Hours
Prepayment: Required
Singleton: $880.00
Multiples: $1,040.00
Usage: Services must be utilized within the first six weeks following the start date of service.
32 Hours
Prepayment: Required
Singleton: $1,760.00
Multiples: $2,080.00
Usage: Services must be utilized within the first six weeks following the start date of service.
48 Hours
Prepayment: Required
Singleton: $2,640.00
Multiples: $3,120.00
Usage: Services must be utilized within the first six weeks following the start date of service.
72 Hours
Prepayment: Required
Singleton: $3,960.00
Multiples: $4,680.00
Usage: Services must be utilized within the first six weeks following the start date of service.
128 Hours
Prepayment: Required
Singleton: $7,040.00
Multiples: $8,320.00
Usage: Services must be utilized within the first six weeks following the start date of service.
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Postpartum doula service fees for additional hours:
Singleton $55 per hour (day or night)
Multiples $65 per hour (day or night)
(32 hour initial package required)
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Time blocks:
4 hour min (day)
8 hour min (night)​​​
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Doula services are eligible for reimbursement with flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Tricare Insurance. Employers we have worked with that cover doula services include: Carrot Fertility, CVS , Maven & Microsoft.
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