Certifications and qualifications: DONA Postpartum Doula

My name is Candy Miller and I am a DONA (Doulas of North America) Certified Postpartum Doula and a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor. I am the mother of 4 adult sons and grandmother of 3. My husband and I live in the northwest suburban area and will work anywhere in the Mpls area. I have loved babies all my life and I have been the "grandma" to friend's children as well as to my own. I became a Postpartum Doula in 2005 and enjoy every minute of it. I believe the closest thing to heaven is a newborn baby in your arms.

I recommend that, for the first week, new Mom's should get lots of rest and stay reclined and stress free while others take care of her. As a postpartum doula, I will help you with infant bathing, feeding, laundry etc and leave you free to relax, rest and enjoy your infant. I will bring you beverages while you are breastfeeding and snacks when you are hungry. I will run errands and help you with household organization so your life can run smoothly when you are up and around again. I am trained in breastfeeding skills and will help to insure that the baby has a good latch and Mom is comfortable. If there are siblings I will help to care for them or care for the baby so you can spend one on one time with them while they adjust to their new brother or sister. I also love to hear your birth story and talk to you about any concerns you may have regarding the birth or your infant's care. I am not a medical professional and if you have medical concerns, I will refer you to the appropriate professional.

I am infant and adult CPR certified and have had a background check. I have worked for families with multiples, for Mom's with postpartum depression with babies on apnea monitors and with preemies. When not caring for infants, I love to read, walk, sew and bake. My specialty is homemade chocolate chip cookies which I will share with you if your diet allows it.

I am available to work days or overnights as needed. I prefer to meet with parents in their home to discuss what kind and how much care they will need and to meet everyone who lives in the home. Please call or e-mail me with any questions or to set up an appointment.

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