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BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

"Pam was one of my biggest supporters in the early days with my 2nd child. If not for her support and encouragement, I don't know if I would have continued to breastfeed as successfully as I did. When my 3rd child was born, I had no doubt in my mind that I would breastfeed him with no problems even upon my return to work. But, it wasn't only the breastfeeding that Pam helped me with. It was also those crazy moments when you wonder how to get through the day with a newborn, how you will ever have a "normal" life again. Her confidence in me and her constant encouragement helped me build my confidence. She realized that as a mother I had my own beliefs and ways, and she never tried to convince me that I was wrong or that I should be doing something differently. In the first few weeks after birth, this is so important. When you are bombarded with "you should do this..." "you shouldn't do that..." it is invaluable to have someone on your side." 

~ Nancy T., Garner


When a mother's primary concern is getting breastfeeding off to a good start, hiring a skilled postpartum doula to work with her soon after childbirth is an excellent strategy for success. Pam Diamond has been a La Leche League leader and breastfeeding educator for more than 11 years. She can help mother and baby with breastfeeding basics such as proper positioning and latch, how to know if baby is getting enough, answer breastfeeding questions, as well as problem-solve when necessary. For issues beyond a doula's scope of practice, referrals will be made to lactation consultants or healthcare professionals.

ANTEPARTUM DOULA CARE

Though a mother may have thoroughly planned for her pregnancy, sometimes bed rest because of a high risk pregnancy or illness becomes necessary. An antepartum doula can help make that time less isolated and stressful. 

DOULA SERVICES BEFORE/AFTER ADOPTION

We help adoptive parents gain confidence in their new roles by guiding them through infant feeding options, infant soothing and basic newborn care. First Daze is there to help new families in those first days and weeks after bringing home a new baby. Research shows that moms, dads and babies have an easier time with this transition if a good support team is in place.

H.U.G. YOUR BABY CLASSES

Pam Diamond is a Certified HUG Teacher, helping new parents and parents-to-be understand their newborn's behavior. HUG (Help, Understanding and Guidance) includes techniques and strategies to help prevent and solve problems around a baby's breastfeeding, crying, sleeping and with parent-child attachment and bonding. Call to set up your class now.