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Heather Bethune

Heather Holds Your Hand

Chicago, IL Service range 15 miles I am available for travel outside Chicago for special circumstances, I also offer remote care.

http://heatherholdsyourhand.com

Postpartum Rate

$30 to $40

Availability Remarks: Please reach out so we can set up a complimentary consultation! I look forward to chatting with you.

Postpartum Rate

$30 to $40


Postpartum Doula Experience

10 years and 50 families served


Doula Training

  • CAPPA - Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association, July 2020
  • ProDoula, August 2023

Type of practice: Solo practice

Clients per month: 0 to 4

Postpartum limits/restrictions: I have no allergies or restrictions, I am pet friendly. I am covid vaccinated as of March 2021, and have had every available booster. Happy to wear N95 masks indoors and continue with regular hand washing and sanitizing practices.


College Education

AA/AS


Special Services Offered

  • Abortion support
  • Babywearing education
  • Bereavement doula (pregnancy & infant loss)
  • Cloth diapering education
  • End of life doula services
  • Miscarriage support
  • Parenting consulting
  • Photography - Birth
  • Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)
  • Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
  • Surrogates and intended parents
  • Virtual and remote doula support

Fee Details

Hello! I'm Heather, CAPPA trained postpartum doula and mother of four. I offer a complimentary 30-60 minute video call to see if we're a good fit and share my recommended postpartum shopping list, regardless of whether we work together. Our first in-home visit will involve hearing about your birth, how you all are settling in with feeding and sleeping, talking about what feels most important to you for the next few weeks/months, & any plans you have for getting back to work. We will then construct an individualized plan for how I can bring the best support & information into your home as you form your growing family unit. Every family is unique & I love being a part of your journey of discovery & implementation, completely judgment free & without agenda.

Service Area

Chicago, IL Service range 15 miles I am available for travel outside Chicago for special circumstances, I also offer remote care.

Client Testimonials for Heather Bethune

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Shahrzad

2/9/2024

I met Heather when my baby girl was just three days old. As a first-time mom with no family around, I needed support during my postpartum period, and Heather's exceptional care was truly invaluable from day one. She taught me everything from changing diapers to bathing my baby. Heather approached parenting as a trial and error process, guiding me through different methods, such as finding the best way to swaddle my baby, understanding that every baby is unique. Her calming presence was instrumental in helping me cope with the significant identity shift and potential postpartum depression that new moms often face.

I wholeheartedly recommend Heather for her expertise, compassion, and unwavering support

Alix Logli

3/15/2022

Heather was absolutely essential after we had our first baby. She has the most gentle, natural way with newborns. In addition to caring for our brand new baby so we could get some sleep, she taught us so much about how to be parents. We couldn't have done it without her. 

Abby B.

3/4/2021

Even though I already had birthed two children, I was concerned about having enough support after my third, and Heather's services made a huge difference. I did several virtual consultations with her, both leading up to, and following my birth. She was a great listener, easy to talk to, provided great resources and suggestions, and helped me build a plan and think through important questions about what I wanted. I ended up having a rough recovery this time, and just knowing that I could text her anytime was a huge help. She checked in with me regularly, was warm, kind, and a great listener. I would *highly* recommend her for anyone looking for virtual or in-person doula support!

Sara Atwood

8/7/2020

Heather flew to my home in Washington D.C. to support my family and I post-partum shortly after the birth of my second child.

During her week with us she not only cared for me physically but was there emotionally and felt like a safe place to share and talk through everything I was experiencing. I didn't feel alone this time like after my first birth and was truely able to rest and heal.

She is experienced in preparing delicious healing food and drinks, sent me book recommendations before birth like 'The First Forty Days', cared for my home and toddler so I could rest and bond with baby, cared for the baby if I needed a break, made sure I was staying hydrated and more.

She was just the peaceful, gentle and strong support I needed for a full recovery.

Postpartum Availability for Heather Bethune

= Available. Calendar last updated: 04-23-2024