Elizabeth (Eli)

 
 
 

Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Birth Doula

a brief bio

Elizabeth (Eli) has always found so much joy in caring for children, beginning with her experience as a nanny. After becoming a mother herself, however, she gained an entirely new appreciation for just how important knowledgeable, compassionate support can be during the postpartum period.

Her own experiences navigating milk protein intolerance, reflux, gas, and digestive discomfort with her children have given her a personal understanding of how challenging the newborn stage can feel, particularly when parents are exhausted and trying to determine what their baby needs. These experiences deepened her interest in newborn development and the many changes that take place during the first several months of life.

She especially enjoys supporting families as they learn their baby's individual cues and rhythms, from feeding and digestion to sleep, soothing, wake windows, and developmental changes. She understands that every newborn is different and enjoys helping parents become more confident in recognizing their baby's needs while establishing gentle, developmentally appropriate routines.

It is an honor for her to support families as they welcome a new member into their lives. She loves being someone parents can trust to take over the responsibilities of newborn care long enough for them to truly rest, recover, and recharge. Helping parents feel supported and confident is incredibly rewarding—and all of the sweet newborn snuggles are an added bonus!

OFFERINGS

  • Diapering


  • Changing


  • Bathing
 (first sponge bath, then regular bath)

  • Soothing

  • Circumcision & umbilical cord care


  • Bottle preparation & storage 

  • Bottle feeding (Breastmilk & Formula)


  • Communication with breastfeeding parent to schedule feeds and transport baby back and forth to and from (when feeding overnight)

  • Wash and sterilize bottles, pump parts, pacifiers, etc.

  • Organization & maintenance of nursery

  • Baby's laundry (washing, folding, and putting away)

  • Create a regular feeding schedule

  • Assist in establishing healthy sleep habits

  • Keep nursery tidy and stocked

  • Maintain a log that tracks the baby's feeding times, ounces, diapers, and anything else parents may need to know.

  • Create a smooth transition for the family during the newborn stage (birth-3 months)

  • Assist you with any (baseline) feeding issues baby may have, including formula feeding and breastfeeding support or knowing when to recommend pediatrician or IBCLC support for extensive issues. 

  • Troubleshoot potential issues of concern with the newborn and offer professional options to resolve them

  • Infant CPR (when needed)

  • Providing a safe and healthy sleep environment for baby at all times

  • Sleep Conditioning by using a gentle approach to help your baby develop sleep habits that lead to sleeping throughout the night

  • Parent education and emotional support

WITH EXPERIENCE IN

  • Reflux

  • Milk Protein Intolerance

  • Colic

  • Twins/multiples

  • Premature Infant Care

  • Newborn Sleep Conditioning/Shaping

  • Supporting mothers with Perinatal Mood Disorders (Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety), Other

  • Breastfeeding mothers

RECENT WORK EXPERIENCE

CV Family

  • Provided comprehensive overnight care for first-time parents with a newborn.

  • Mother a doctor who needed to get on a plan to transition back to work

  • Supported infant care needs while parents rested, including timely diaper changes, bottle preparation, and bottle feeding using paced feeding techniques.

  • Practiced responsive soothing methods to promote infant sleep, including swaddling, shushing, and holding.

  • Baby struggled with suspected milk protein intolerance; made sure she was happy and comfortable throughout the night

  • Assisted in early sleep conditioning strategies with a gentle and developmentally appropriate approach.

FYL Family

  • Offered consistent overnight care for a newborn, prioritizing infant safety, comfort, and restful sleep for both baby and parents.

  • Managed all nighttime diaper changes, swaddling, and bottle feeds using paced feeding to reduce gas and reflux.

  • Provided additional household support while baby slept, including baby laundry, cleaning and restocking the nursery, and preparing supplies for the next day.

JM Family

  • Provided professional overnight care for the family’s fifth child, ensuring consistency and attentiveness through the night.

  • Conducted diaper changes, bottle feedings, and gentle rocking or shushing to resettle baby between wakings.

  • Used effective gas relief techniques including paced feeding, bicycle legs, and burping to minimize discomfort and aid sleep.

MH Family

  • Delivered overnight care for the family’s second baby, including all nighttime diapering, feeding, and soothing responsibilities.

  • Maintained detailed nightly reports on sleep patterns, feeding amounts, and any concerns for parents to review in the morning.

  • Helped reinforce healthy sleep habits while being sensitive to the baby’s developmental needs and family preferences.

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