Baby Nurse, Night Nurse & Baby Doula Services
in Houston and Austin
Excitement, joy, nervousness and a feeling of being overwhelmed are just some of the many emotions felt by new parents. In the past, many mothers had support and help from other women when welcoming home a new baby. But with advances in technology and transportation, families today are spread out across greater distances and new mothers often face greater challenges in adapting to their new role. Our baby nurses, night nurses and postpartum doulas can help make this transition easier. (Although it may seem confusing at first, The Motherhood Center uses the terms "baby nurse, night nurse, baby doula and postpartum doula" interchangeably because these are all widely familiar terms. We prefer to use the term "baby doula" to refer to care for both mother and baby after the baby has been born.)
Mission Statement
The Motherhood Center Baby Nurse Doula Agency provides trained professionals who care for the newborn, mother and whole family through non-judgmental educational, emotional and physical support. We understand families’ needs and tend to them during the day and night.
Helping and caring for families since 2000.
Services a doula can offer include:
• Breast/Bottle feeding Support
• Night Feeding
• Burping Techniques
• Diapering, Cord/Circumcision Care
• Bathing, Swaddling
• Nursery assessment and organization
• Charting feeding amounts and times, sleeping schedule and play times
• Additional services
Non-judgmental Support
Our baby nurse doulas offer support to guide new parents through non-judgmental, highly individualized services tailored to fit the specific needs of the mother, new baby and their growing family in Houston and the surrounding areas. Our clients come from a variety of different backgrounds and we strive to be their support system, by helping them understand their baby’s needs so they will become more knowledgeable and comfortable.Baby Nurses, Night Nurses and Doulas from The Motherhood Center are available to assist mothers and fathers day, night or around the clock. We work with parents to encourage them to trust their instincts, give them the knowledge to make informed decisions and the support to embrace parenthood with confidence. It is important to note that our advice is always of a non-medical nature.
Resources:
First-Time Parents Guide to Doula Services
Motherhood Center Doula Testimonials
What is a Baby Nurse/Doula?
How to Schedule a TMC Baby Nurse/Doula:
*Call 713-963-8880 ext. 105 to schedule a TMC Baby Nurse Doula or to get additional information
*Doula services are available hourly or through package options
* TMC’s packages give parents the opportunity to take advantage of not only our doula services, but also a variety of educational classes, massage, yoga and photography options.
* Hourly rates are $27/hour daytime and $30/hour nighttime help for one baby and an additional $3 per hour for twins.
Note: While most clients sign up three to four months prior to delivery, please do not hesitate to call if your needs are more immediate. We can usually accommodate last minute requests.
Highest Standards of Training
The Motherhood Center Baby Nurse and Night Nurse Doulas are trained by Gabriela Gerhart, founder of TMC, as well as other educators and instructors at the center. Gerhart has more than 11 years experience in the field and ensures doulas receive extensive training and continuing education in the field as well as evaluations and assessments during and after an assignment. All prospective doulas go through a background check and are CPR certified with liability insurance.
“We have regular meetings with all doulas,” said Gerhart. “We share our thoughts and hear from guest speakers on different topics, such as baby and mother care, postpartum depression, relationship issues and mentoring. We are very hands on and work closely with our doulas.”
The Motherhood Center also works with local pediatricians to ensure baby nurse doulas are continually learning the latest in the field. The benefits of this continuing education make our night nurses, baby nurses, baby doulas and postpartum doulas stand out.
Disclaimer: Baby nurses from The Motherhood Center are newborn specialists, not licensed nurses. They do not perform clinical or medical care for mother or baby.
Baby Nurse Testimonial
"...Sarah is an amazing baby nurse. She is kind, caring, nurturing, smart, funny, sympathetic, knowledgable and she is a great cook. She has been amazing with our baby, but also our 3 1/2 year old daughter and dog... We all love her... There is nothing Sarah won't do for you... laundry, cooking, organizing, problem solving, scheduling... She is truly a gift..."