Postpartum Planning & Doula Support in South Jersey
Like a postpartum doula… with a twist.
I help you optimize your home and build systems before baby arrives, then provide flexible hands-on help when you need it most. Designed for ADHD, autistic, and anxious moms.
Well, Mama… Are You ready?
You’ve read all the books. You’ve taken the classes. You’ve color-coded the nursery binder. 😅 You’ve spent about a bazillion hours researching the best products for your baby registry. You know the stages of labor.
You. Are. Ready.
Buttt… you’re just not sure.
You know the statistics. 1 in 5. You don’t want to be the 1. You want to do everything you can to prepare for this monumentous adventure you’re about to embark on.
But you don’t want to focus on the negative. You don’t want to put that energy out there.
And what can you do, anyway?
You can build a system that catches you before you fall, so instead of just hoping for the best—you have a plan for reality.
This girl Right Here? She thought she’d Done it all.
But she was wrong. Because no matter how much you plan, postpartum has a way of adding variables you never saw coming.
Take me for example. After a devastating loss followed by infertility, I planned a home birth with my IVF baby.
But he decided to flip breech and in spite of my efforts, he stayed that way and I ended up with a c-section.
After my baby arrived, everything was harder than I imagined it would be.
I struggled with breastfeeding because of a tongue tie I knew nothing about, and we ended up with thrush.
My baby wanted only me. He wouldn't even take a pacifier.
I would never have prepared for this because I would have thought those were all things I could prevent.
But I quickly morphed from a woman who had everything under control to an anxious, angry, control freak person I didn't recognize.
Here’s what I wish Someone Had Shown Me
The variables I couldn’t control were unknowns. But many of the biggest postpartum challenges are predictable if you know what to look for.
And besides, we have to remember that preparation isn't just for the smooth, fairytale fourth trimesters—it's for everything else, too.
See which of these PMHD risk factors apply to you.
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Sensory sensitivity challenges (difficulties with noise tolerance, bright lights, scratchy clothing textures, strong smells, and crowded environments.)
Executive function challenges (difficulties with working memory, task switching, emotional regulation, impulse control, and planning)
Interoception challenges: difficulty reading internal bodily signals, like exhaustion, hunger, thirst, or shifting moods.
A history of masking: A habit of suppressing certain traits or struggles.
Inflexible routine changes: Needing to follow specific routines, or getting stressed when things aren’t going the way you expected or need them to.
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Perfectionism
People-pleasing tendencies
High need for control
Low self-esteem
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History of infertility or fertility treatments
Previous pregnancy or infant loss
History of abuse or trauma
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Personal or family history of mental health conditions, postpartum or otherwise
Severe PMS or PMDD
“Advanced maternal age”
High pre-pregnancy BMI
Thyroid or metabolic imbalances
Active substance use issues
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High-risk medical conditions
Traumatic birth experience
Severe sleep deprivation
Infant health challenges
Lactation and feeding difficulties
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Lack of social or practical support
Relationship conflict or dissatisfaction
Financial, job, or housing stress
Major life transitions
Extreme maternal age gaps
By identifying where you might be vulnerable, you can build a support system that catches you before you fall.
Consider sharing this checklist with your OB/GYN, midwife, or mental health provider. Use it as a conversation starter to map out a proactive postpartum care plan together.
But knowing your risks is only half the battle.
The other half is building systems that keep you safe when those risks flare up. And that’s where I come in.
What’s the Twist?
Traditional doulas are incredible at holding space and supporting breastfeeding. But they rarely touch logistics.
I do both.
I help you optimize your home and build your systems before baby arrives—so you’re not trying to figure out meal prep while running on zero sleep. Then, I stick around after birth for flexible, hands-on support so you can focus on bonding while I help you get the rest done.
We start in your third trimester, while you still have the spoons to plan, and bridge you through the fourth. We build the infrastructure now, so you’re not blindsided later.
So What’s Included?
Before Your Baby Arrives
One In-Home Planning Session
I’ll come to your home and we’ll spend a couple of hours together working on your Individualized Postpartum Plan (IPP).
Here’s what we’ll do together:
Map Your Needs: Identify your sensory triggers, executive function challenges, and non-negotiables.
Build Your Fair Play Agreement: Discuss who will be responsible for what after your baby arrives.
Optimize Your Space: We look at your home through a new mother’s lens. Where are the friction points? How do we reduce stress?
After Your Baby Arrives
24 Hours of Flexible, Hands-On Help
You can use your hours anytime during the 3rd or 4th trimester. You decide when to start and how to use each hour.
Here are a few ways we can spend your hours:
Pre-Baby Prep: Declutter your space. Meal prep freezer meals. Set up a "command center" for feeds and diaper changes.
Post-Baby Tasks: Laundry mountain? I’ll handle it. Dishes piling up? I’ll wash them. Want to try "sleep when the baby sleeps"? Go sleep. I’ll get stuff done.
Executive Function Support: Stuck on a task? Overwhelmed by the mess? We troubleshoot together. I help you break big tasks into small, manageable steps.
Optional Add-Ons:
Birth Education & Support for Neurodivergent Brain
I offer specialized add-ons designed specifically for neurodivergent parents. Because yes, even in birth, we have different needs. (No diagnosis needed—if you think you’d benefit, you’re in.)
Neurodivergent Birth Prep & Support (+$850) Full-spectrum doula-style support adapted for ADHD, ASD, and Anxious moms. This bundle includes:
Private Birth Planning Session: A 2-hour in-home session to figure out labor strategies that work for your brain, sensory management plans, and drafting your neurodivergent birth plan.
Unlimited Communication: Phone/text/email support throughout your third trimester.
On-Call Support: Available from 38 weeks until birth.
In-Home Labor Support: I’m there with you during early/active labor.
Birth Day Support: Unlimited phone/text/video support throughout the rest of your birth.
Placenta Encapsulation (+$150) Support your postpartum recovery from the inside out with placenta pills. This is a discounted price, offered only to Transition clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just use all of my hours for house cleaning? Nope. While I will absolutely clean, prep basic meals, and organize, that’s only part of it. The core of this package is planning and partnership. We’re building systems that will work for you and your family throughout your life. Think of it as executive function support with hands-on help. You’re better off hiring a house cleaner if that’s the only thing you’re looking for.
What if my partner isn’t interested in participating? The Fair Play Agreement works best when both partners are involved, but it’s not a requirement to book. If your partner is hesitant, we can work around that. I can coach you on how to communicate your needs effectively, or we can focus solely on optimizing your space and supporting you directly.
Do I have to use all my hours at once? Now way. After about 4 hours of social interaction, I max out! But you can use your hours however you need to use them. You can front-load your hours in the third trimester to prep the house and set up systems, or save them for the fourth trimester to handle the laundry mountain after birth. Or split them 50/50. It’s your call.
I’m not diagnosed with ADHD or Autism. Is this still for me? Yes! You don’t need a diagnosis to benefit from my services. If you’re a perfectionist, prone to anxiety, or a "control freak," this package is designed for you. We focus on practical strategies that reduce cognitive load and decision fatigue, which helps everyone, regardless of the type of brain they were born with.
Will you judge my messy house? Never. I’ve been there. I see a home that is being lived in by a pregnant person (or a new mom!). My job is to make it easier for you to live in, not to critique your standards. Come as you are.
Is this medical advice? No. I am a support specialist, not a doctor, nurse, or therapist. I provide logistical, emotional, and organizational support. If you have medical concerns or are experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression/anxiety, please reach out to your healthcare provider. I can help connect you with resources, but I do not diagnose or treat.
When should I book? Ideally, in your second or early third trimester. This gives us enough time to build your Individualized Postpartum Plan (IPP) while you still have the mental bandwidth to engage in planning. However, if you’re already in late pregnancy or even postpartum, we can still adapt the package to meet you where you are.
Do I have to pay in full? Absolutely not. I offer payment plans (up to 4 installments) to make this investment more accessible.
Thinking this May be just what You need?
I agree!
Let me know what you’re thinking. Ask your questions, tell me your story—I’m excited to hear all about you.
And if you decide to work with me, I promise I’ll do everything in my power to help you transition into motherhood feeling empowered, confident, and present.
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