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Portland Midwives | Hearth and Home Midwifery | Portland OR
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For families in Oregon & Washington

Postpartum Care For You and Your Baby

 

Giving Birth Is Just the Beginning

The days and weeks after you give birth are a crucial time for both you and your baby. It’s a time of physical recovery, emotional changes, and the start of a new bond. And we believe in strengthening that bond so both of you can thrive. That’s why our postpartum care model focuses not just on you or your baby, but on both of you as a team, an inseparable dyad.

Your healing, your baby’s health, and the emotional connection you share are all part of this journey. From recovery and breastfeeding support to newborn health checks and emotional well-being, we care for both of you every step of the way. By nurturing you together, we ensure that you can both flourish during this beautiful, transformative time.

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Postpartum Care For What Matters Most

YOUR PHYSICAL RECOVERY

After giving birth, your body is going through major changes as it heals.

A big part of postpartum care is making sure your recovery is progressing smoothly. Our care is designed to keep you healthy and prevent complications.

We also provide guidance on how to care for yourself, so you can heal as best as possible.

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE

The postpartum period can be emotionally overwhelming. No matter what you’re going through, we’re here for you.

Our visits include emotional check-ins, assessments for postpartum mood disorders, and time to discuss your feeling and experiences, including having time together to process your birth.

Having support during this time can help you feel empowered and reassured as you navigate these new challenges.

COMPREHENSIVE NEWBORN CARE

Your baby’s health is just as important as your own.

Our midwife postpartum care includes regular assessments and screenings of your newborn to make sure everything is on track.

We also provide breastfeeding support, help with feeding plans, and guidance on any newborn concerns, such as skin rashes or eye issues.

 

In-Home Postpartum Visits for Peace of Mind

We provide postpartum home visits during the first two weeks after birth because your well-being matters to us.

These home visits allow us to support your recovery in the comfort of your own space, and they’re a big reason why so many clients trust us for their postpartum care.

We’ll also see you at our office for additional visits at 4 weeks and 6 weeks postpartum, making sure you and your baby are thriving together. 

 

COMPREHENSIVE CARE FOR YOU

As a new parent, your body is going through an important recovery process. During our visits, we assess everything from your recovery after birth to your emotional well-being. For you, our care includes:

  • Monitoring your healing, including ongoing blood loss and recovery from any tearing.

  • Checking in on your overall health, including vital signs and postpartum mood.

  • Offering guidance and support for breastfeeding or any feeding plans you have in place.

  • Giving you space to process the birth and adjust to life with a new baby.

 

HOLISTIC CARE FOR YOUR BABY

Caring for a newborn child can be all consuming, especially because we know you want to make sure they get the best possible start. And that’s what we’re here for. Our postpartum service helps get you and your newborn started in the best possible way:

  • Regular assessments of newborn vitals and weight.

  • Support with breastfeeding and feeding plans.

  • Screening for any skin issues, eye health concerns, or other early developmental needs.

  • Routine newborn hearing and screening tests to check if everything is on track.

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Testimonials

Postpartum Testimonials
Sarah Carey

I came into care with HAH halfway through my 4th pregnancy and instantly fell in love with midwifery care. It’s such individualized care and they cater to everything you need. I went to 41 weeks and they went out of there way to check on baby so many times to make sure she was still doing well, even on a holiday. Everything went so well and smooth through labor and delivery. I loved the hands off care during labor and just letting me labor how my body wanted too. Their communication is amazing and they were beyond helpful postpartum when I had mastitis and had to call them in the middle of the night, I’ve never had such attentive care, I cannot recommend them enough. Even my husband is all for homebirths now! I never wanted to leave my family during my last birth and these midwives made it happen, I felt so at ease the whole labor and delivery knowing they were there.

-Sarah

Sandy Jones

Working with Sarah, Charli and Emily to bring our daughter into this world was truly the best decision I made during my pregnancy. The thoughtful care that we received will forever be a big part of our story. Working in healthcare I knew how important selecting a provider was. I received co-care due to my situation and the way I felt leaving the appointments with Hearth and Home could not have been more different than the standard model of care. I only wish I could have experienced this care with my two prior pregnancies. We looked forward to every appointment. My postpartum was so peaceful and the fact that they come to your home is the best part. We are so thankful for Hearth and Home supporting us in the way we wanted to birth our daughter.

-Sandy

FAQs

  • During our home visits, we check on both your recovery and your baby’s health. For you, we’ll monitor your physical recovery, check vital signs, and discuss your emotional well-being. For your baby, we’ll perform vital checks, monitor weight, help with feeding plans, and make sure your baby is thriving.

  • Most of our clients do not need to seek pediatric care until 8 weeks postpartum. To confirm your baby is doing well in those early weeks, we provide thorough newborn care, including screenings, weight checks, and general health assessments.

  • We offer home visits in the first two weeks postpartum and follow-up office visits at 4 weeks and 6 weeks. These visits help us check if both you and your baby are recovering well. We’re also on call for you with any urgent concerns for the full 6 weeks postpartum.

  • Absolutely. We offer breastfeeding support during both home and office visits. Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, combination feeding, or bottle-feeding, we can help guide you through any challenges and ensure feeding is going smoothly.

  • We understand how challenging the postpartum period can be. During our visits, we check in on your emotional well-being and assess for signs of postpartum mood disorders. If needed, we’ll provide resources and support to help you navigate this time.

 

Give Birth On Your Terms

You deserve the best care for you and your baby during birth and postpartum, which is why our postpartum services ensure you’re supported physically and emotionally as your parenting journey begins.

If you’re ready to take the next step, contact us today. We’re excited to start getting to know you and caring for you throughout your pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

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