I’m Pamela, your neighborhood Postpartum Doula. I’ve had a passion and love for children since I was a child myself. The moment I could, I found myself working with toddlers and small children - starting at the age of 14. I’ve worked with infants in day care centers, toddlers in summer programs, and children of all ages at the church I grew in.

I’m Haitian, and in my culture, we rally around families during the postpartum period. My community has always championed providing as much support as possible during this sacred time. As I grew into adulthood, I realized how much in-home support was lacking for infants and their parents. Not soon after, my first thoughts about Safe Haven Perinatal Services came to mind.

I pride myself on having a parent-centered approach. I believe that when the birthing parent especially, is supported and stable, the baby and rest of the family thrives. I proudly serve families of all kinds, regardless of race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, and any other demographics. I am a CAPPA certified postpartum doula and infant and adult CPR certified through the American Heart Association. I am based in Brooklyn, NYC and serve all of the boroughs in addition to the entire NYC Metro area.

Meet Your Doula

What exactly does a Postpartum Doula do?

As your Postpartum Doula, my role can include the following:

  • Assist with breastfeeding and refer you to a specialist as needed.  

  • Care for the infant throughout the night including bathing, feeding, changing, swaddling, & rocking to sleep

  • Teach families how to care for and handle their newborns 

  • Short, wash, fold, and put away baby’s clothes (if time allows) 

  • Wash, sterilize and prepare baby bottles 

  • Tidy the baby nursery 

  • Assist the birthgiver with getting in and out of bed, bathing, postpartum diaper/pad changing 

  • Educate the birthgiver and their family about how to care for both the birthgiver and their new baby 

  • Advocate for and prioritize the birthgiver and baby’s needs 

  • Call emergency personnel (911) if need be 

  • Refer parents to specialists/other resources as needed

What is a Postpartum Doula?

A postpartum doula is a trained, non-medical professional who provides in-home physical, emotional, and practical support to families during the "fourth trimestert" (the weeks and months right after birth aka the postpartum period)

What is not included in a Postpartum Doula’s role?

As your Postpartum Doula, my role does not include the following:

  • Make or confirm medical diagnoses 

  • Breastfeed babies 

  • Prepare family meals 

  • Clean and tidy the entire family home 

  • Transport the newborn/other family members in a vehicle

Interested?

Send me a message and let’s get started!