Ayurvedic Postpartum Care
MOTHER CENTERED CARE FOR YOUR SACRED WINDOW
Mothering the Mother
Ancestors in all corners of the world have tended to the moments following birth with great care and reverence. Within each cultural tradition, there is a common thread of deep nurturing, warmth, honor, and support given to the new mother. The wisdom held within these customs is rooted in the understanding that a healthy mother is required for a healthy baby, and ultimately, a healthy Earth.
According to Ayurveda, the 42 days after birth is a sacred window in time when the mother's tissues are quite delicate and supple. This sets the stage for a powerful transformation. When cared for properly, the mother can have a deeply healing experience - potentially transforming her body to be healthier than it was before pregnancy.
Sacred mother care begins during pregnancy.
To help ease your transition into motherhood and prepare for your sacred postpartum window, all packages include a 60-minute prenatal consultation and free juicy resources.
In your prenatal consultation we will:
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Discuss the basics of life after birth and how we can prepare for tending to the postpartum mother.
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Assess mother's prenatal (and general) health, discuss preferred foods, and develop a plan for establishing balance during her sacred window.
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Explore how to best prepare your space for creating nourishing postpartum meals.
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Learn how to give yourself a loving oil massage (abhyanga). You'll have the opportunity to learn infant abhyanga once baby arrives.
As my gift to you, you'll receive the following resources free of charge:
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Mother's Manual - An interactive guide with thoughtful reflections and strategies to help you successfully prepare for life after baby.
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Nourishing Mama - My original e-book, Nourishing Mama: First Foods for Your Sacred Window, offers Ayurvedic perspectives on the postpartum period, satisfying meal plans, and delicious recipes.
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Resources for Pregnancy and Beyond - A resource guide to help you begin building your village of support.
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New Mama Affirmations - An audio file of comforting affirmations for new mothers to uplift your spirits when it all feels like too much. Gentle reminders that you're doing just fine.
In-Home Postpartum Care
I offer holistic, mother-centered postpartum care for families in Northern Colorado. Packages are flexible to meet the needs of each unique family and range from one week of compassionate care to full-spectrum support throughout your sacred window.
All services listed are included but may rotate based on the needs of the mother and family.
Full Moon
$2,222 for 6 weeks care
Half Moon
$1,111 for 3 weeks care
Mini Moon
$555 for 1 week of care
Packages Include:
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60-minute prenatal video consultation and resources to prepare for your sacred window
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Two weekly home visits for the duration of our time together. Each day consists of 3-4 hours of services and support.
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Full ayurvedic health and digestion assessment + helpful recommendations to keep you in balance during your sacred window
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Ayurvedic meal preparation for two nourishing meals, and one snack (made specifically for you).
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Emotional support and counsel
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Postpartum warm oil massage with instruction for mother (and baby if desired)
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New Mother Sealing Ceremony
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Regular healing herbal baths
- Regular belly binding for consistent healing
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Guidance with newborn care, baby wearing, and lactation support if needed
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Recommended herbal support
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Recommendation and connections to local resources
Virtual Postpartum Care
As your virtual postpartum doula, I provide compassionate, heart-centered guidance through your sacred window and parental rite of passage. Becoming a parent can be overwhelming and isolating - especially during a pandemic. Knowing there is someone to answer your questions and offer consolation in the times you need it most, can provide peace of mind and reassurance that you've got this. Virtual care is a wonderful option for families outside of Northern Colorado - or those who have loved ones providing physical support, but could use additional emotional and educational support.
All services are included but may rotate based on the needs of the mother and family.
Restored
$800 for 8 weeks of support
Rejuvinated
$600 for 6 weeks of support
Revitalized
$300 for 3 weeks of support
Packages Include:
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60-minute prenatal video consultation to help prepare for your sacred window (see details above)
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Two, 30-minute video calls your first week postpartum
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Weekly 30-minute video calls the remainder of our time together
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Unlimited support using the Voxer app (guaranteed reply within 12 - 24 hours)
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Full ayurvedic health and digestion assessment + helpful recommendations to keep you in balance during your sacred window
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Ayurvedic meal plan for your sacred window
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Emotional support and counsel
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Postpartum warm oil massage instruction for mother (and baby if desired)
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Guidance with belly wrapping, herbal sitz baths, general recovery, soothing/ healing methods for mother
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Counsel on newborn care, babywearing, and lactation support if needed
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Recommended herbal support
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+ FREE resources: Mother's Manual, Nourishing Mama: First Foods for your Sacred Window, Resources for Pregnancy and Beyond, and New Mama Affirmations.
Indivdual Services
HOLSTIC CARE TO EASE YOUR TRANSITION INTO MOTHERHOOD
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Postpartum Planning - Don't live locally, but still want some guidance as you approach the postpartum period? I can help walk you through a customized postpartum plan. We will discuss managing visitors after the baby arrives, nourishment, who will be taking over household chores and errands, expectations vs. reality, preparing sibling(s) for the new baby, and ways to nurture your own selfhood as a mother (includes a free Mother's Manual ) — $111 (90 minutes; video conference call)
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New Mother Sealing Ceremony - $300 (2-3 hours)
