Faq

FAQ

You can learn more from our asked questions

I have a partner and family supporting me. Do I still need a Doula?
Doula does not replace your partner or your family’s support, they work alongside them by offering expertise, reassurance and techniques. They also guide your partner, helping them feel more involved and confident throughout the process. They make you all feel more comfortable and prepared.
When should I book a doula?
It is generally advised to book your doula in your second trimester. However, many parents choose to book doulas before their first scan, while others hire doulas at the very last moment. Personality match with the Doulas is very important, once you find someone that fits your requirement, has experience and is available to book, you should not think of them twice and secure your booking.
How do I book a Doula or Postpartum Doula?
Booking your doula with us is simple:
Contact us via phone - +1 (510) 209 - 9410
Email - hello@baydoulaconnect.com
Or Website - https://baydoulaconnect.com/
And share with us the type of support you are looking for.
Our team will connect with you over phone or email and would need some important details about your requirement. They would also want to learn more about your family and your needs.
We will then suggest you a doula that best matches your requirement. You will meet your doula to ensure it feels like the perfect fit.
Once finalised we will close a contract with you and deposit with your chosen doula.
What is the role of an overnight postpartum doula and how does she support new parents?
An overnight postpartum doula plays a very important and vital role for the new parents. After the baby is born, it becomes very difficult for the new parents to take rest and get the much needed sleep. This is where our postpartum night doula supports you, where they professionally take care of the baby during the night while you take the required rest. They help the baby in feeding, changing diapers and offering all kinds of physical and emotional support needed during the early weeks after birth.
How do twins postpartum doula help and assist families with the newborn twins?
At Bay Doula Connect, Twins postpartum doulas are specifically trained to support families with two or more babies. We understand how challenging it is to handle and manage babies in the early days, especially keeping track of their feeding times and diaper changing routine. Our twins postpartum doulas help parents in handling and managing all the extra care that is required for the twins with ease and help them get used to the new routine and transition.


What are the services offered by a daytime postpartum doula?
The services offered by a Daytime Postpartum doula include meal prep for the baby, handling bath and clothing routine, doing laundry for baby clothes, and offering emotional and mental support for parents. They help parents in managing the newborn’s routine while providing valuable guidance based on their experiences. They guide parents in establishing a productive schedule on a daily basis for the baby, providing advice on feeding times, sleep routines, diaper changes and all the other essential daily tasks to ensure that both the baby and the parents feel comfortable, confident and supported throughout the day.
How to understand if you need an overnight postpartum doula or a daytime postpartum doula?
The choice between an overnight postpartum doula and a daytime postpartum doula completely depends on the parents, newborn and their families requirements and needs. A daytime postpartum doula supports you throughout the day assisting with all the baby care tasks and daily routines, including the household cores related to the baby. Whereas an overnight postpartum doula takes care of the baby during the night allowing you to take rest and wake up refreshed, healthy and happy.