Serving families in Portland, Vancouver, Mt Hood, Hood River and everywhere in between.
Expert Postpartum and Newborn Care in Portland
Professional and caring education, guidance and hands on support for an easier, more beautiful postpartum experience.
Isolated days with occasional visitors who struggle to relate to them
Moments of feeling inadequate when they can’t soothe or read their baby
Sleepless nights that seem to never end
An overwhelming amount of joy (and every emotion, really!)
postpartum was never meant to be faced alone.
Most families are surprised to find that the postpartum they assumed would go smoothly turns out to be a mixture of:
You may be used to being in control, calm under pressure, and fully grasping what needs to get done, but with new hormones and lack of sleep, baby care is a whole different universe that can take you out of your element.
Portland postpartum doula support is the answer
I bring my heart, hands, and brain into your home so you can…
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Feel competent, knowing you’re getting expert answers to all of your baby, breastfeeding, and postpartum healing related questions.
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Know you and your baby are well cared for by an unbiased, professional person who is there to support you no matter what choices you make.
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Replenish your body post birth for quicker and better healing, enabling you to get back to everyday normal life sooner.
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Connect to the people and resources you need so you feel more resourced, less alone and isolated.
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Bond deeply with your baby, feeling confident in your ability to listen and communicate with them.
Well rounded support that goes beyond holding your baby
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My role goes far beyond holding your baby. I offer my years of experience with families and deep education to
Help you find and implement informed solutions to any baby or self care related road blocks
Bring harmony into your home by filling in small gaps with laundry, bottles, pump parts or nursery organization
Free you up to spend time with your other children so they feel grounded and secure amidst the family transition
Help you know when you need outside resources, and get you connected to the best ones available
And yes, be a trusted caregiver for your baby so you can enjoy an uninterrupted meal or nap, knowing your bundle is in excellent hands!
There for families dawn, day, and dusk for over a decade.
Hourly Postpartum Investment | $45
dawn visits- before sunrise
After being up all night with your baby, would just a few extra hours of sleep be a beacon in the dark? Do you like to sip your still-hot coffee uninterrupted first thing in the morning? Worried about getting your older kids to school on time?
daytime visits- after sunrise
Looking for your midday nap? Want to talk about your birth, or get answers to your many questions? Want some snacks delivered to bed and the counter tops wiped? Nursery needing a little organizing? Need to make a Target run, in peace?
dusk visits- after sunset
Longing to connect with your partner like old times by enjoying a quiet dinner and movie at home? Feeling anxious about how your older child will adjust to sharing your attention with a new sibling? Need an extra set of hands to curb the dinner, bath, bedtime chaos? Want to avoid baby’s late afternoon witching hour?
I’m Julia-Rose
your trusted postpartum guide
Soulful certified postpartum doula, newborn care specialist and sleep consultant serving Portland and Vancouver Metro.
One constant in my life is that I have always been comfortable and enjoyed being in the caregiving role. Care is in my bones and came naturally as I nannied in my teens and through college before going on to complete several trainings in
postpartum and newborn care, breastfeeding, and sleep training. Anticipating the needs of exhausted newborn parents, lightening the load so you can take a moment for yourselves, and arming you with knowledge is rewarding to me like nothing else.
Kind words from well-loved parents
I craft bespoke service packages to meet your unique needs
Your family is unique, your support should be, too! To help you paint a picture, here’s some examples of bespoke packages that met past client’s needs.
Kim & Matt
This family had some extended family in town and a solid community of support. They wanted someone unrelated and professionally trained who could answer their questions and get non-judgmental guidance from. They wanted to be careful to not take advantage of their family’s support.
2 Visits/Week for 8 Weeks - $4,320
This family was receiving workplace benefits for the first 6 weeks postpartum, and wanted guidance on baby care, breastfeeding assistance, and time for healing. They also had an overnight doula and together we provided seamless, wraparound care.
Erika & Javier
4 Visits/Week for 6 Weeks - $6,480
Mark & Owen
3 Visits/Week for 16 Weeks - $12,960Mark and Owen had zero experience with newborns, so they wanted a hands-on expert to walk them through all the firsts and be a source of guidance and grounding. They were concerned about how adding a baby would affect their relationship and wanted to make intentional time for each other.
Feeling inspired? Reach out and let’s chat about how I can support you best!
Here’s how we will work together as a team to make your postpartum easier.
Fill out the contact form below, including a few times you’re available to chat with me in the next few days.
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You’ll hear back from me within 48hrs with a date and time that works for both of us, then we’ll have a phone call to get to know each other better.
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If we decide we’re a good fit, I’ll email over a few package proposals and prices based on the level of care you want, and offer a complementary in-person home visit.
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We will nail down the logistics, including which package you want, start dates, schedule, and a sample contract for you to review.
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Once everything is finalized, I’ll send the final contract and invoice over and your schedule will be secured in my calendar once both are completed and returned!
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Your questions about postpartum doula support in Portland, answered.
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Each visit is unique to your goals, needs and desires. When I arrive, we check in so I can hear about how the night or day has been going so far, answer any questions you have, and create a priority list. Is the baby due for a bath? Do you need to make some phone calls? Has the laundry been piling up? Would an uninterrupted nap or meal be glorious? Does your toddler need your 1:1 attention for a bit to feel grounded and secure? I’ll do my best to leave with all loose ends wrapped up, so you can go about your day (or night) feeling loved and supported.
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I’m always seeking opportunities for more learning and growth. Aside from over 10 years of hands-on newborn experience, my training includes formal certifications as a postpartum doula, newborn care specialist and sleep consultant as well as various additional courses in breastfeeding, working with multiples, perinatal mood disorders, pumping and bottle feeding and more. To view a complete list of my trainings, please view my about page {about Julia-Rose}
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Most families secure support when entering the 2nd trimester. It’s when things start feeling more ‘real’ and I often have the availability to create your ideal schedule! However, I sometimes have space for last minute bookings and you can never prepare too early, so please reach out! If I’m not available for your due date, I’m happy to get you connected with other amazing doulas who are.
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Yes! I bring many hours of lactation training and hands-on experience supporting families who want to feed their baby breastmilk or formula. I love guiding parents through this journey by helping them find a comfortable latch, learn how to establish and manage milk supply, and how partners can enhance and be an integral part of the experience. I use various tools to support, protect and maintain an effective, enjoyable breastfeeding relationship. When issues are beyond my scope of practice I have several excellent International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) that I regularly refer out to.
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At this time, I don't bill insurance for clients. Fortunately, I have successfully supported families using workplace benefits! Feel free to get in touch with me to see if we can use your workplace benefits towards doula services.
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I acknowledge the unpredictability of birth and the unknowns of what postpartum can look like for each family. However, due to the nature of me supporting multiple families at the same time, saving your spot in my calendar is how I ensure that I’ll be available when you need me most. I cannot guarantee that I’ll be available for last minute requests.
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After you fill out my contact form, we will book a 1:1 call to talk in depth about your desires and needs for postpartum. This will help us work together to build a package of support that fits your family perfectly. Occasionally, if more support is needed and my schedule allows, a package can be expanded, or I can partner with additional doulas to offer wrap around care.
Plant a seed to get in touch.
Have Some Questions? Ready for Next Steps?
I’d love to support you in your tender postpartum season. Our journey together begins by filling out the contact form below with any questions or interests. I look forward to hearing from you!