| Molly Patterson POSTPARTUM DOULA |
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Email: tenderhandsdoula @yahoo.com
Trainings/Certifications: DONA Trained Birth and Postpartum Doula, Red Cross Infant/Child First Aid & CPR
Philosophy: My heart is to provide an "extra set of hands" that serve the mother and her family as they
transition from birth to postpartum. Empowering the mother to communicate her needs and feel supported in
her choices is a huge part of this. Another very vital part is standing by and encouraging the family through this
journey. I want to be a resource of information and encouragement, but not a crutch. By offering assistance
with cooking, laundry, organizing, and other vital parts of the household, the family is then able to rest and bond
with the new member. By offering access to resources, I can also help the family to connect with support for any
long term needs that they may have.
Bio: I am originally from Oregon and have lived in Charlotte for 9 years. I have more than 20 years experience
working with children and families as a childcare provider and as a full-time nanny. I have worked within a single
parent home, newborn twins, and most recently in a home with a set of twins, one of which has special needs. I
have recently finished all of the requirements for my certification with DONA as both a Postpartum and Labor
Doula and will be working to finish my certification with CAPPA as a Labor Doula. I am also a certified swim
instruction with the Red Cross. All of these positions have impressed upon me the desire to continue to support
and encourage mothers and families in a time when it is most vital. I look forward to finding the rhythm of each
family that I assist and supporting them in whatever way that I am able.
How many families do you serve each year? 8-10 families
How long do you work with postpartum families? I typically provide 1 prenatal visit, followed by 2 to 4 visits
(3-4 hours each) per week for up to 4 weeks. As the need for support decreases the days per week can also
decrease. Additional weeks can be discussed, if there is a need and it does not conflict with other clients that I
may be preparing to support.
What areas do you serve? The greater Charlotte area and northern South Carolina
Additional Services:
Trainings/Certifications: DONA Trained Birth and Postpartum Doula, Red Cross Infant/Child First Aid & CPR
Philosophy: My heart is to provide an "extra set of hands" that serve the mother and her family as they
transition from birth to postpartum. Empowering the mother to communicate her needs and feel supported in
her choices is a huge part of this. Another very vital part is standing by and encouraging the family through this
journey. I want to be a resource of information and encouragement, but not a crutch. By offering assistance
with cooking, laundry, organizing, and other vital parts of the household, the family is then able to rest and bond
with the new member. By offering access to resources, I can also help the family to connect with support for any
long term needs that they may have.
Bio: I am originally from Oregon and have lived in Charlotte for 9 years. I have more than 20 years experience
working with children and families as a childcare provider and as a full-time nanny. I have worked within a single
parent home, newborn twins, and most recently in a home with a set of twins, one of which has special needs. I
have recently finished all of the requirements for my certification with DONA as both a Postpartum and Labor
Doula and will be working to finish my certification with CAPPA as a Labor Doula. I am also a certified swim
instruction with the Red Cross. All of these positions have impressed upon me the desire to continue to support
and encourage mothers and families in a time when it is most vital. I look forward to finding the rhythm of each
family that I assist and supporting them in whatever way that I am able.
How many families do you serve each year? 8-10 families
How long do you work with postpartum families? I typically provide 1 prenatal visit, followed by 2 to 4 visits
(3-4 hours each) per week for up to 4 weeks. As the need for support decreases the days per week can also
decrease. Additional weeks can be discussed, if there is a need and it does not conflict with other clients that I
may be preparing to support.
What areas do you serve? The greater Charlotte area and northern South Carolina
Additional Services:
- Birth doula services
- Breastfeeding support
- Overnights
- Multiples
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