postpartum doula


a postpartum doula is there to help make the transition into parenthood as smooth as possible.

There are few things quite as sweet as a newborn. There are also few things quite as exhausting as caring for a newborn. Support during this time makes all the difference. Whether you are looking for daytime doula care or night doula support, this is your first baby or you are seasoned parents, it’s essential to be taken care of during this time, and we would love to help you have a positive postpartum experience.

A Postpartum Doula ...

  • Offers education, companionship and nonjudgmental support during the postpartum fourth trimester.

  • Assists with newborn care, family adjustment, meal preparation and light household tidying.

  • Offers evidence-based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from birth, infant soothing and coping skills for new parents and makes appropriate referrals when helpful. 

See what other San Diego parents are saying about their experience with Night and Day doula care here. 

how to book a postpartum doula

Start by meeting with a doula virtually to see if it’s a great fit for your family! Email us a request for care through our Contact Us form. If we have a doula available for your due date, we will send you a link to meet her for consultation to chat and see if she is a good fit for your family. We can also make recommendations during a consultation for planning your postpartum journey.  

Please note, we cannot coordinate care after delivery. Postpartum doula care with our team requires a prior meet and greet and reservation. Other doulas may be able to coordinate care after delivery, and we recommend continuing your search are looking last minute doula. You will find the right fit!

  • Education and realtime newborn support to promote confidence, ease stress for all family members, and increase rest.

    • Help with the emotional and physical recovery after birth

    • Light housekeeping

    • Assistance with newborn care such as diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting

    • Light meal preparation

    • Sibling care

    • Referrals to local resources such as parenting classes, pediatricians, lactation support and support groups

    • Running errands

    $60-$65/hour, 4 hour per shift minimum*

    *Rate of care provided by Night & Day founder Sarah Burns starts at $75/hr.

  • Primary focus is SLEEP for most families! Some aspects of daytime care can be included in nighttime care such as:

    • companionship during feedings, or respite care where doula feeds baby and does other care while you sleep

    • answering newborn care questions

    • providing light meal prep such as breakfast and coffee before leaving in the morning

    • light housework such as infant laundry or bottle cleaning/prep

    $60-$65/hour, 8 hour per shift minimum*

    *Rate of care provided by Night & Day founder Sarah Burns starts at $75/hr.