Tender Times Doula - Postpartum Doula Services - In-Home Help After Your Baby Arrives

Philosophy

I'm committed to helping mothers and fathers quickly gain confidence caring for their babies and with meeting the demands of their growing family.

I offer physical and emotional support by "mothering the mother" in the early days at home. My manner with my clients is relaxed, respectful, unobtrusive
and open. (And I firmly believe that maintaining a sense of humor helps in just about any situation.)

I'm honored to be invited into your home to be
part of this exciting, but still "tender" time.

And I find just being with
all these sweet, new, little people to be joyful and life-affirming!

About Elaine...

I became a doula after careers as a teacher and writer
(see credentials). I'm passionate about the welfare of new parents and their babies and want to share my training and knowledge to make your first few weeks at home with your new baby a joy.

I have a wealth of experience, resources and information to share to quickly boost your skills and your confidence.

In addition to working as a doula, I thoroughly enjoy teaching infant massage and Baby Sign language and moderate a discussion group for new moms that one mom likened to a "Master's Degree in being a mom".

I'm a member of Doulas of North America (DONA) and Childbirth and Postpartum Professionals Association (CAPPA) as well as the Doulas of New Jersey and Birthnet.

Personally, I'm the mother of two wonderful, competent adult daughters (Oh, how I wish I'd known a doula to work with me when they came home!) and the grandmother of two. I'm a long-time resident of Northern New Jersey where I've been active in school, community and church-related activities.

References furnished on request.

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A Doula is... "One Who Mothers the Mother"

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"Having Elaine as a postpartum doula following the birth of my first child was a blessing. As an anxious first time mom, she took care of me and my baby.” - Lana

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FREE 1 Hour Meet & Greet Session

This small group event, held once a month provides an opportunity for you to meet with me and have your questions about working with a doula answered.

Call or email to sign up!