Compassionate care from a live-in postpartum doula
Live-in postpartum doulas provide round-the-clock, personalized care and support for families during the essential postpartum period. Need continuous support throughout the day and night? That’s exactly what our experienced doulas provide new parents. They help you rest and recover, and adjust to life with a newborn, while also answering the questions you have about feeding schedules, sleeping, and everything else that comes with adjusting to life with a newborn.
Doulas of Philadelphia’s live-in postpartum doulas are highly trained in newborn care, breastfeeding support, soothing techniques, and postpartum recovery guidance. Our goal is to create a calm, supportive environment in your home, giving you peace of mind and allowing you to focus on bonding with your baby and recovering with ease.
“My doula’s knowledge, experience, and consistency is worth everything to my family and me. I get to sleep soundly when she is here because I know my son is in good hands.”
How a live-in postpartum doula eases your transition into parenthood
Your postpartum doula will provide personalized care to support your recovery and ease the transition into parenthood. From tending to your baby’s nighttime needs—such as feeding, diaper changes, and soothing—to supporting your physical and emotional well-being, we ensure you feel rested and reassured. During the day, your doula can assist with laundry and meal prep, so you can focus on bonding with your baby. Whether you need breast/chest feeding assistance, expert guidance on newborn care, or simply the peace of mind to focus on healing, we’re are here to help you navigate successfully through:
Restful sleep
Support for postpartum recovery
Breastfeeding or chest feeding assistance
Caring for your newborn
Supporting your confidence as a parent
Live-in postpartum doula packages to meet your needs
LIVE-IN Care
20/7 Care: $1,250/day
24/7 Care: $1,450/day
For families who want the ultimate in support with a live-in postpartum doula by their side 24 hours a day as they adjust to life with a newborn. Custom packages are available for longer term 24/7 care.
LIVE-IN CARE PLUS
Exclusive, Consecutive Care
Want to customize your package specifically for your family’s needs?
Call us to discuss special options to support your growing family.
What Sets Doulas of Philadelphia’s Live-In Postpartum Doulas Apart
At Doulas of Philadelphia, we understand how most parents find the postpartum period to be both joyful and overwhelming. That’s why we focus on providing Philadelphia families live-in postpartum care that is both highly trained and led by compassion. We don’t only provide baby care, but we support the birth parent in their recovery and healing process, the partner’s role, and the overall family dynamic. Our live-in doulas are dedicated to fostering a calm, restful home environment where families can thrive in every part of their day!
When you choose Doulas of Philadelphia, you get a partner who understands the nuances of postpartum life and that every family is different. We honor and respect the choices and preferences of every family while ensuring a smoother, more restful transition to life with your newborn.
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Reach out to learn more and get matched to your dream-team doulas. Short-term and long-term packages available.
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A live-in postpartum doula provides 20- to 24-hour support in your home during the postpartum period. Unlike daytime or overnight care, a live-in doula is available around the clock to help with newborn care, feeding, soothing, and household tasks, while also supporting your recovery and emotional well-being.
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During the day, your live-in doula can assist with baby care, meal preparation, laundry, errands, and light household organization so you can rest and bond with your baby. They also offer breastfeeding/chestfeeding guidance, newborn care education, and emotional support.
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Overnight, your doula will handle diaper changes, feedings, and soothing so you can get uninterrupted sleep. They can also wake you for feedings if needed and ensure your baby is cared for in a safe, calm environment.
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Live-in postpartum doula services are ideal for new parents recovering from birth, families with multiples, parents adjusting to their first baby, or anyone without nearby family support who needs continuous, hands-on help.
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Yes. Our doulas offer personalized assistance with breastfeeding, chestfeeding, pumping, and bottle feeding, helping you establish a routine that works best for your family.
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We offer short-term and long-term live-in care, from a few days to several weeks or months. Packages are customizable, with options for 20/7 or full 24/7 care, as well as exclusive, consecutive care for extended support.
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Yes, live-in postpartum doulas stay in your home for the duration of your contracted care, ensuring consistent, personalized support and familiarity with your family’s routines.
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Absolutely. Many families hire live-in doulas to help manage the transition for siblings, providing extra care and attention to older children while parents adjust to life with a newborn.
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Our live-in doulas are deeply committed to supporting the entire family’s well-being. We focus on postpartum recovery, family bonding, and creating a calm, nurturing environment where parents feel confident and rested.
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Contact us to discuss your needs and schedule. We’ll match you with a doula whose skills, personality, and experience align perfectly with your family, so you can feel supported from day one.
