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MONTESSORI INSPIRED DOULA SUPPORT (in additional to usual doula support once home with a new baby) Maria Montessori believed children’s healthy overall development, beginning in the newborn days, is greatly enhanced by creating a thoughtfully prepared, safe and stimulating environment. Offering such a rich beginning reflects a deep respect for the child and his/her personal unfolding. By providing freedom of movement and other Montessori inspired details to a newborn or infant's home life, parents foster the development of the child’s healthy self- concept, sense of independence and overall well being.
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Coaching and Consulting |
I offer coaching/consulting alongside doula support in the following ways:
* assistance in creating a Montessori inspired nursery and beginning for baby in your home * understanding newborn and infant's needs while establishing a rhythm to the day * understanding the bond or symbiotic needs of the first six weeks of life with a newborn *shopping for and preparing meals for families |
Additional Support |
During in home visits (wearing a mask), virtually or walks and/or over the fence home visits:
*I provide professional postpartum doula support. I also make referrals to other professionals in the area if needed. All of the above Montessori Inspired Doula support as well as any of my other Postpartum Doula support is $40./hour. "Cynthia taught and encouraged me to interpret my twin son's cues, and to trust my instincts in responding to their needs. She made sure I always had water and healthy meals, took care of the babies so that I could sleep, supported me to continue breastfeeding for 10 months, taught me how to bathe them, helped me set up their nursery and decide our sleep routine, encouraged learning with first toys... The list goes on. I know we are a healthier, happier family because of her help and care!" ~ Amy K Chestnutt |
