Our Doulas
After the Stork provides a dedicated team of experienced caring postpartum doulas. All the doulas are mothers themselves and have been trained using nationally recognized, evidence-based information. After the Stork holds regular training in-services in which various speakers and specialists are brought in to ensure that the doulas are constantly learning and remain up to date on all postpartum and baby-care research and techniques. Like a trusted family member, the doulas provide our clients with the best newborn care, education, and emotional support for a calm and restful transition.
Doula Requirements:
- Nationwide Background Checks
- Referred by trusted source within the After The Stork family
- Infant/Child CPR Certified
- Covered by Professional Liability Insurance
- Postpartum Doula Training
Extended training by After the Stork which includes:
- Training in newborn care and soothing techniques
- Breastfeeding, bottle feeding, lactation, and pumping support
- Training related to postpartum mood disorders
- Aftercare of the mother
- Infant problem solving- why is baby crying?
- Sleep Training by neuroscientist and author Polly Moore (90 Minute Sleep Cycle)
After the Stork is managed by Sheryl using a very hands-on approach. She works closely with the team of doulas, as well as with all clients. After the Stork values cohesiveness and communication when it comes to the care of our families and their little one(s). Sheryl helps promote this necessary communication to make sure that every family receives the help and support they are looking for. This emphasis becomes especially important when the amount of care requested requires the help of more than one doula. The personal attention and care given to every family is the reason so many clients continue working with them past the newborn stage and with each new addition to the family.