Sound Infant Support

Postpartum doula services for newborn care and family support.

“Leaving our daughter in anyone’s care at the time was a challenging experience, however, Lisa made this transition extremely easy for us. She was very caring and patient towards (our baby girl), and her extensive experience with newborns was very helpful to us. …she is a very professional, reliable, and hard working person.”

Jenny A., Wallingford

19 years professional childcare experience, 9 specializing in infants, 7 certified

Services

Postpartum doulas offer education, companionship and nonjudgmental support during the postpartum fourth trimester. As a doula, I assist with newborn care, family adjustment, meal preparation and household support (including errands). I offer evidence-based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from birth, infant soothing and coping skills for new parents, and I can make appropriate referrals when necessary.

Doula Care Can Include

Overnights and weekend hours
Travel
Sibling care
Household support (such as dishes, laundry, food prep, errands)
Postpartum recovery
Sleep consultant
Breastfeeding support
Community resources for the whole family
Referrals to other professional services when needed

Experience Includes

Multiples
Premature infants
Circumcision care
Breastfeeding
Swaddling
Soothing techniques

“We’ve had the pleasure of working with Lisa for almost 3 years. First and foremost, Lisa a wonderful caretaker for our two boys (ages 1.5 and 3.5). They absolutely enjoy being around her and we trust Lisa to educate, discipline, and nurture our children. As an added bonus, Lisa is a wonderful mommy helper / assistant and is always willing/able to pitch in wherever the need arises in our household. She is responsible, hard-working, flexible, and a joy to be around.”

Joyce C., Seattle

“Lisa is a very competent and caring person and we regard her as part of our extended family. When I was stricken with a life threatening illness, Lisa took on long shifts and added many hours to her already full schedule. I will never forget how kind she has been to our family.”

Susan B., Madison Park

“To our pleasant surprise, Lisa was far more than a night sitter and became part of our family. We know when we leave that our children and home are in good, caring and responsible hands… We’re not sure which was more challenging, handling newborn twins to allow their parents to sleep each night or safely entertaining nineteen month old toddlers. Lisa has excelled at both.”

Heidi and Mark C., Montlake

“Lisa embodies all of the exceptional qualities one looks for in an infant caregiver. She possesses a refreshingly upbeat personality and I appreciate her inquisitive nature when it comes to my girls. She is always asking lots of questions about their eating and sleeping patterns, play routines, and checking in on the their health; she is genuinely invested in their well-being. Lisa is consistently prompt and she’s an amazing multi-tasker (she folds and organizes laundry, washes bottles and toys AND leaves the house cleaner than it was before she came). Lastly, I admire her enthusiasm around her work; she’s driven and clearly passionate about the art of infant care, always looking for professional growth opportunities of personal growth. I would highly recommend Lisa’s services to any of my friends!”

Claire Durrell, Clyde Hill

About Me

I truly love babies. While I have had great experiences with all ages through my work as a nanny and raising my daughter, I still find that the first few months of life are a unique stage. As the oldest of five children, I have been changing diapers since I was 10 years old. I recognize some universal truths with babies while also realizing that each one is different. I am very professional in taking my lead from parents about what they are most comfortable with. When asked, I have been helpful with advice or examples from my experience.

I have worked with many mothers and their infants, in roles that range from sole care of the infant to household support. I get great satisfaction out of helping families and making their lives easier!

Education and Awards

Postpartum Doula Skills Certificate of Completion from Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations at Bastyr University

Certified Lactation Educator, Foundations for Best Practice in Lactation Care from Evergreen Perinatal Education LLC

Bachelor of Arts from University of Washington in Psychology, including classes in Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Development

January 2013 Nanny of the Month with Annie’s Nannies

First Aid / CPR certified

Professional Memberships

Northwest Association for Postpartum Support (NAPS)

DoulaMatch Contact

Swedish Contact

Contact Me

(206) 949-2377