Testimonial for Kelly Arias
Kelly was incredible to work with! I was not aware that a postpartum doula was capable of SO much as part of their job description. Kelly worked with my family for 5 weeks in 2017 and this is what I had to say then:
I am a second time mom but had no help the first time around and knew better this time. Breastfeeding: I formula fed the first time but was committed to giving breastfeeding another go. Kelly helped me with gave me tips on how to boost and maintain supply, helped manage sore nipples and engorgement, and even helped me get comfortable with new breastfeeding holds so that I could cuddle my toddler comfortably at the same time. I'm still exclusively breastfeeding and was able to stash a great supply in my freezer so far!
Education: She is also super knowledgeable on how to use baby carriers and also demonstrated different ways to use the things I was gifted and made recommendations on what stuff to keep. Household tasks: Laundry, cooking, meal prep, food orders/groceries, amazon shopping, baby announcements, thank you cards, she helped me with it all. Sibling Care: My part time nanny was not always able to stay extra hours but Kelly kept her engaged in various activities while I rested or showered. It is such a relief to have someone to pay attention to all the things your energetic toddler wants to talk about when all you want to do is sleep. Emotional support This one was big for me and this woman is an amazing listener. I was literally able to talk myself out of my issues sometimes just by having her there. She just has this calm soothing energy presence and I think this has helped me tremendously even now that I finished working with her. I highly recommend working with Kelly if you just had a new baby and I cannot emphasize enough the amazing value she brought to our family during those early weeks.
-Andrea
March 30, 2020
Kelly Arias
NY Mom Support
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $75
