Rose Hilton

Certified Postpartum Doula

Member DSA

+1 604-733-7673

rose@vandoula.com

I am a mother and a grandmother who feels that I have something to offer in helping families with newborns get off to a good start.

There are many reasons why I have chosen this work, one of which is my lifelong interest in anthropology, primatology, and evolutionary biology.  As newborns are in a very primal state, I have found that the information that I have gathered is very relevant to my work.  In addition to being keenly interested in the latest research, I also draw on techniques from traditional cultures, including tips from my own grandmother.

I promote natural methods as much as possible.  After all, we have been doing this for millions of years!  But I am also very aware of the benefits gained by modern medicine.  My job is to provide you with as much information as I have available to me to help you make informed decisions, and then to support whatever choices you make.  No one knows better than you what is best for you and your family.

I consider it a great privilege to be able to participate and assist in this very special time in your life.

A Postpartum Doula...

• is a well trained, caring and supportive, nurturing individual
• has knowledge of postpartum maternal physical and emotional well being, and all aspects of newborn care
• is able to offer guidance in the art of breastfeeding
• is able to help integrate your newborn into the family
• is able to make appropriate referrals when necessary
  

Benefits gained by using a Postpartum Doula

• informed maternal and infant care
• increased breastfeeding success
• decreased incidence of postpartum depression
• accelerated recovery period
• compassionate emotional support
• reduced parental fatigue and anxiety
• assistance with meal preparation and light housekeeping
• assistance with sibling care
• partner back to work with less anxiety
• early positive experiences for the whole family
• opportunity for caring family, friends and co-workers to provide doula services as a gift