16. What is a postpartum doula? with Valerie Trumbower PCD,CLC The Postpartum Shift

Why do you need a postpartum doula?
 
Brooke is talking with Val about having a successful postpartum experience. Val is a postpartum doula and lactation consultant, she helps families after their bring their baby home. Val explains the difference between a postpartum doula and a birth doula. She gives many tips on how to be successful during the 4th trimester.
You can follow Val on Instagram @newparentsacademy. Check out her free workshop, here.
 
Today we dig into: 
 
[1:24] : Val Intro
[2:22] : The difference between a birth doula and a postpartum doula
[6:15] : What a nighttime doula does
[9:10] : Moms who are prepared for postpartum vs moms who thought they could figure it out as they go
[15:03] : Main pillars moms should be focused on to have successful postpartum experience
[18:30] : Learning baby cues
[21:53] : Last minute tips for moms to have a successful postpartum
 
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