Guidance, Care, and Support for New Mothers in the San Diego Area

Postpartum

DOULA SUPPORT

I'm Caroline Pizza, Certified Doula - Postpartum & Infant Care (CD-PIC) in San Diego, California.

The journey of parenthood is a beautiful one, but it can also be challenging – especially during the postpartum period. As a mother, and grandmother, I understand that this time is filled with joy, exhaustion, and uncertainty, and that's why I am here to provide you with the guidance, care, and support you need, helping you navigate the challenges and joys of early parenthood with confidence and peace of mind.

Get the knowledge, care, and peace of mind you deserve during this transformative time as a new mother.

to shower or take a bath...

to use the bathroom alone...

to connect to your older kids...

to sleep at night/nap and recover...

to eat with both hands or silverware...

to run a follow-up appointment...

to reconnect with your partner...

to do things you loved before having baby...

Reasons you might hire a Postpartum Doula:

Infant Care Support: I assist with diapering, bathing, feeding, and comforting your newborn, ensuring that you and your baby are well taken care of.

Emotional and Physical Recovery: I offer guidance and support for your emotional and physical recovery from childbirth. While I can't provide medical advice, I am trained to identify signs that you may be struggling and can connect you with the appropriate resources.

Household Help: Light housekeeping and meal preparation are part of my services. I want to make sure your home is a comfortable and nurturing environment for you and your family.

Sibling Care: If you have older children, I can help incorporate them into this new experience, making the transition smoother for everyone.

Breastfeeding Guidance: I offer evidence-based information on infant feeding, including breastfeeding, and can connect you with lactation support if needed.

My primary focus is to make sure new mommy is healing and recovering smoothly during the early months of motherhood.

Here's what I can do for you:

this and much more.

During those precious early weeks, I offer the immediate postpartum support you require. This includes helping with light housekeeping to ensure you don't feel overwhelmed, running errands so you can focus on your baby, providing expert care in diapering, bathing, feeding, and comforting your baby, and preparing nourishing meals to keep you well-fed and energized.

How Long Should You Use a Postpartum Doula?

The duration of postpartum doula support varies from family to family. On average, my clients work with me for a period of two to four months. However, the length of my involvement depends on your unique needs and postpartum recovery.

Are Doulas Covered by Insurance in California?

I am pleased to inform you that doula services are now covered by insurance in California. This coverage includes emotional and physical support during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. To access this benefit, doula services must be recommended by a physician or other licensed practitioner, and this coverage was introduced on January 1, 2023.

Daytime Doula Care

Pricing & Packages

for families in San Diego Area & Orange, & Los Angeles Counties

*additional fee may be added to travel outside of the San Diego area

Nighttime Doula Care

  • Help with the emotional and physical recovery after birth

  • Light housekeeping

  • Running errands

  • Assistance with newborn care such as diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting

  • Light meal preparation

  • Sibling care

  • Referrals to local resources such as parenting classes, pediatricians, lactation support and support groups
Primary focus is SLEEP for most families! Some aspects of daytime care can be included in nighttime care such as:

  • companionship during feedings, or respite care where doula feeds baby and does other care while you sleep

  • answering newborn care questions

  • providing light meal prep such as breakfast and coffee before leaving in the morning

  • light housework such as infant laundry or bottle cleaning/prep
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