Postpartum Doula and
Lactation Counselor
Get to know Bonni
Are you a first time parent-to-be?
Do you wish you had helpful family in the area?
Are you concerned about postpartum depression? Breastfeeding?
Welcome to Loving the Fourth Trimester.
As a postpartum doula, I believe that non-judgemental support, a deep understanding of postpartum issues and a desire to actively listen are essential in helping my clients reduce their stress and become confident new parents.
Postpartum anxiety and depression is a real concern for many. The good news is that research shows that having the support of a postpartum doula reduces the risk.
Eating healthy food is another important factor in postpartum healing. That's why I specialize in cooking delicious and nutritious vegetarian and gluten-free foods vital for the postpartum period.
As a mother of three, I understand how stress inducing having a newborn can be. That's why with my hands-on support and guidance, I hope you will be Loving the Fourth Trimester with me. I look forward to chatting with you!
Testimonials
Rockville, MD Client
"Bonni treated our son as if he were her own and they had a special bond that developed while she was with us...Working with Bonni was a joy and I know next time around she will be just as invaluable after the birth of our next child."
Potomac, MD Client
"Bonni is a complete professional but with a totally natural feel. It's like having your mother help you, except that she never stops working, doesn't judge your choices, and never tells stories of how she raised you sleeping on your stomach and eating from BPA, and you turned out alright."
Bethesda, MD Client
"I believe that Bonni helped make it easier for me to bond with my baby as she cared for me while I physically and emotionally recovered from the birth experience and grew into a capable mom."
Arlington, VA Client
"Bonni became a member of our family to start the fourth trimester. In addition to being incredibly thoughtful, empathetic and caring towards our new baby girl, she was very understanding to the two of us as we adjusted to becoming parents."
Rockville, MD Client
"This is my second time using Bonni and Loving the fourth trimester, though the first time during a pandemic. What was an extremely difficult time was made better by being able to connect with Bonni through video chats, text and email."
A sampling of my services
Breastfeeding counseling and management support
Infant soothing and coping skills
Postpartum anxiety and depression support
Newborn care
Evidence-based information on infant feeding (breast and bottle)
Meal preparation and light household tasks (vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher food expertise)
Credentials
Postpartum Doula Certification
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
The Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice
Basics of Lactation Management for Doulas
The Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice
Adult CPR/AED, Infant CPR/AED and First Aid
American Red Cross
Risk Reduction for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
M.A., Linguistics, Gallaudet University
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