Postpartum Doulas Supporting Families in Portland, Oregon
You just had a baby, and everything has changed in an instant. Between the sleepless nights, physical recovery, constant feedings, and figuring out how to care for your newborn, it’s no wonder you’re feeling overwhelmed. Becoming a parent is a profound transition, and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
At Baby Nest Birth Services, our experienced postpartum doulas in Portland, Oregon are here to support you through those tender early days and weeks with compassionate, hands-on care. Whether you need help soothing your baby, preparing nourishing meals, catching up on sleep, or simply having someone ask how you’re really doing, our goal is to make sure you feel seen, supported, and confident.
We believe that postpartum care isn’t a luxury, it’s essential. With the right support, education, and a third pair of hands, your transition to parenthood can feel more grounded, peaceful, and be remembered with joy!
Who Needs a Postpartum Doula?
The overwhelm is real, and you feel like you're drowning in tasks and emotions
You need reassurance. A professional to tell you you’re doing okay and to answer all your baby questions.
You’re craving someone who focuses on you, not just the baby
You don’t have family close by, and you need someone to help take care of your family.
You want gentle guidance, emotional support, and help building your confidence
You need sleep. Whether a nap or a full night of sleep, your trusted doula is there!
Our doula team is here to support YOU in your postpartum journey.
16 Ways a Postpartum Doula Can Support You
Give parents time to shower, nap, and practice self-care
Provide hands-on care and emotional support during postpartum recovery
Guide and educate on the “firsts” - feeding cues, bathing, diapering, and soothing
Offer breastfeeding support, including latch and positioning help (and referrals if needed)
Assist with bottle feeding and pumping routines
Tidy up with light housekeeping tasks
Run errands to take tasks off your plate
Offer baby-wearing guidance and hands-on practice
Support healthy infant and parent sleep habits
Monitor for signs of postpartum mood disorders and offer resources
Provide sibling support during the adjustment period
Wash baby and family laundry (there’s always more than you expect!)
Be a non-judgmental listening ear to help process your birth story
Help organize meal trains or support from extended family and friends
Create a rhythm for daily life so you feel more confident at home and as you return to work
Ultimately, support a more peaceful and positive transition to parenthood—whatever that looks like for your family
Curious about how this could look in your home?
Read 50 Ways a Postartum Doula Brings Sanity & Support
Our Baby Nest postpartum doula was incredibly professional, genuinely caring, and warm. She understood that this was a tender situation for both mom and dad (as well as baby). She brought us such ease and helped reduce our anxiety. I tell all my Dad friends to hire a Postpartum doula now!
- First time Dad, Scott. (Vancouver, WA)
Postpartum Doula Cash Pricing & Packages
Bright Beginning
12 hours of daytime support
- Minimum of 3 hour shifts
- The perfect package to ensure you have support in the first weeks
$520
Nurtured Night
1 Overnight Shift (8 hours long)
- Need one full night of sleep? This one's for you!
- Can be extended up to 10 hours
$440
Overnight Oasis
8 overnight shifts
(Typically 10pm-6am)
- Perfect for those who don't want to be sleep-deprived and thrive with quality sleep!
$3520
Solid Support
30 hours of daytime support (3-hour daily minimum)
- Feel the relief knowing you have consistent doula support
- Helpful when partners do not have long paternity leave
$1300 (save $50)
Strong Start
16 Overnights
- 2 overnights a week for the first 2 months
- Needed for parents who thrive on sleep and for those who want to support their mental health
$6940 (save $100)
Hourly Rates
- Daytime $45 (3-hour min)
- Overnight $55 (8-hour min)
- Above are our discounted rates for cash pay
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