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Daytime Postpartum Support

Daytime postpartum support offers calm, hands-on care during the hours you need it most. With a trusted postpartum doula or newborn care specialist by your side, days feel more manageable, allowing you to rest, recover, and settle into life at home with greater ease.

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  • "Working with Take Care Mommy was a wonderful experience. I worked with Kris, and she could not have been better. She was an excellent communicator, extremely helpful, and thought of ways to help me that even I couldn't think of myself. Even more importantly, she was great with my baby. I would highly recommend working with Take Care Mommy for your postpartum needs."

    - Stephanie

  • "I cannot say enough good things about Take Care Mommy. I will always recommend them to any new mommy! Meagan is a dream to work with.. she made the process so easy and stress free."

    - Breck

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Why families choose daytime postpartum support

Time to rest and reset. Daytime support gives you space to care for yourself without rushing or worrying. Whether you need a shower, a nap, or a quiet moment to eat, your baby is cared for with calm, attentive support while you step away.

Hands-on newborn support. Postpartum doulas and newborn care specialists can assist with feeding support, soothing, diapering, and settling your baby; offering steady help during the moments that often feel repetitive, tiring, or overwhelming during the day.

Easier days at home. Daytime support helps keep the day running smoothly, with assistance such as meal prep, dishes, laundry and resetting feeding or sleep spaces, so small tasks don’t pile up while you focus on recovery and time with your baby.

OUR PROCESS

  • 1. Inquiry

    Complete our inquiry form and schedule a consultation call. We’ll learn about your family, your needs, and what kind of support would feel most helpful during the postpartum period.

  • 2. Matching

    Based on your preferences, schedule, and location, we carefully match you with a postpartum doula or newborn care specialist suited to your needs.

  • 3. Connect & Confirm

    You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your match and confirm it’s the right fit. From there, we will secure your desired schedule with a contract and deposit.

  • 4. Care Begins

    Support begins when your baby arrives (or at the agreed start time).

All your questions, answered.

Choosing postpartum care is a personal decision. Here you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions families have when considering daytime postpartum support. If something isn’t covered, we’re always happy to talk through your needs.

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  • Daytime support usually begins once your baby is home, or at a later point depending on your needs. Timing is discussed during your consultation to ensure care begins when it feels most helpful.

  • Daytime postpartum support has a four-hour minimum per shift. Scheduling is determined when booking care and can be tailored to your families' needs.

  • Daytime support focuses on caring for you as you recover. This may include newborn care, help navigating daily routines, non-judgmental feeding support, and light household tasks that help the day run more smoothly such as laundry, meal prep, and dishes.

  • Yes. During scheduled care hours, your postpartum doula or newborn care specialist can care for your baby while you rest, shower, eat, or take a break nearby.

  • Yes. Families commit to a minimum schedule so caregivers can reserve the agreed-upon time. Additional hours or extended support may be added based on availability.

  • Families are matched with carefully vetted postpartum doulas or newborn care specialists based on experience, availability, and fit. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your match before care begins.

  • Not necessarily. Some families benefit from support early on, while others begin later or continue longer depending on their needs. Care is always tailored to what feels most supportive for your family.