You Were Never Meant to Do It All Alone.
The fourth trimester asks a great deal of new parents. Your body is healing while you learn to care for a tiny new person, often on very little sleep. Emotions can shift quickly, from deep joy to doubt and overwhelm. And everyday life, from laundry to meals to bottles, doesn't pause.
A postpartum doula offers steady, practical, and emotional support in your own home, so you can rest, ask questions, and grow into parenthood at your own pace.
Postpartum recovery support
Confidence in newborn care
Opportunities for parental rest
Personalized, judgment-free support
Support for Days and Nights
Daytime Postpartum Doula Support
$50/hour
4-hour minimum.
✔ Newborn care and soothing
✔ Feeding support
✔ General breastfeeding education
✔ Diaper changes
✔ Newborn sleep education
✔ Baby laundry
✔ Bottle and pump-part cleaning
✔ Light household assistance
✔ Emotional and practical postpartum support
✔ Opportunities for parental rest
Overnight Newborn Care
$60/hour
10-hour minimum per overnight shift.
✔ Overnight newborn care
✔ Feeding and bottle preparation
✔ Bringing baby to parents for breastfeeding
✔ Diaper changes and soothing
✔ AAP-aligned safe sleep
✔ Gentle newborn sleep shaping
✔ Bottle and pump-part cleaning
✔ Sleep and feeding tracking
✔ Morning updates
Gentle, Personalized Support for Your Fourth Trimester
Compassionate Care
Warm, nonjudgmental support for you and your baby.
Newborn Expertise
Specialized newborn knowledge, shared in a way that builds your confidence.
Recovery-Focused Support
Realistic, developmentally appropriate newborn routines.
Family-Centered Approach
Care shaped around your values, routines, and preferences.
Meet Your Postpartum Doula
Hi, I'm Neffie. For more than 10 years, I've worked professionally with children and families. Today, my training as a postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, and certified pediatric sleep consultant allows me to support the whole family during the fourth trimester. I care for your baby, listen without judgment, and help you feel confident and cared for as you settle into life with your newborn.
✔ Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
✔ Newborn Care Specialist
✔ Postpartum Doula
✔ MS in Exercise Science
✔ BS in Neuroscience
✔ Infant and Pediatric CPR/AED Training
✔ 10+ Years of Professional Childcare Experience
✔ Experience Caring for Multiples
What to Expect When Working Together
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Complimentary Consultation
Share your story and what support would feel most helpful.
Personalized Support Plan
We'll shape a plan around your needs and preferences.
Prepare for Postpartum
We'll talk through your home, feeding plans, and priorities before baby arrives.
Feel Supported
Rest, ask questions, and settle in with care beside you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a postpartum doula do?
A postpartum doula provides non-medical, in-home support after your baby arrives. My daytime support includes newborn care and soothing, feeding support, newborn sleep education, baby laundry, light household assistance, and emotional and practical support, along with opportunities for you to rest.
How is a postpartum doula different from a nanny?
A nanny's role centers on ongoing childcare. A postpartum doula supports the whole family during the transition after birth, caring for your newborn while also attending to your recovery, your confidence, and your household's practical needs.
Can services be booked before birth?
Yes, and planning ahead is encouraged. We can begin with a complimentary consultation during pregnancy, then discuss your support plan and current availability. You're also welcome to reach out after your baby arrives.
Can you support families recovering from a C-section?
Yes. I can provide newborn care, help around the home, and time for you to rest while you recover. My support is non-medical, so please follow your care provider's recovery instructions and contact them with any concerns about healing.
Do you provide breastfeeding support?
I offer feeding support and general breastfeeding education. I am not a lactation consultant, so for latch difficulties, supply concerns, or medical issues, I'll encourage you to work with a lactation professional or your pediatrician.
Can you help with newborn sleep?
Yes. As a certified pediatric sleep consultant and newborn care specialist, I offer newborn sleep education, along with gentle, developmentally appropriate guidance and AAP-aligned safe sleep practices. Newborn sleep is naturally changeable, so we'll focus on realistic expectations and healthy foundations.
Are overnight services available?
Yes. Overnight newborn care is offered at $60/hour with a 10-hour minimum per shift. We can discuss your needs and current availability during your consultation.
What areas do you serve?
I serve San Diego-area families within up to one hour of Point Loma. Travel fees apply for locations more than 30 minutes away. If you're not sure whether your neighborhood is included, please reach out and we'll be happy to check.
