Megan McLaughlin

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Postpartum Doula
Manchester, Michigan
10 years of experience
5.0
About me

Hi there! As a certified Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist, I offer daytime and overnight support to help families transition into parenthood confidently. I have undergone extensive training, including CPR/first aid/AED, Infant Safe Sleep, Adequate Intake, Basics of Lactation, Infant Mental Health, and Infant Sleep Conditioning. I am currently studying to become an IBCLC which will further enhance my ability to support new parents on their chest/breastfeeding journey. I consider myself gentle, attentive, professional and supportive. I strive to provide the highest quality care by viewing every child (and family) as unique and adjusting my care accordingly, based on baby's needs and parent preferences.

Certification and training

Certified Newborn Care Specialist (2024)

Certified Postpartum Doula (2024)

Newborn Care Specialist (2021)

Credentials
CPD NCS
Specialties
Breastfeeding Support Infant Care Multiples Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Parenting Support Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care
Languages

English

Accepted insurances
Carrot
Service introduction

Hi there! As a certified Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist, I offer overnight support to help families transition into parenthood confidently. I can assist with baby related tasks such as: laundry, bottle washing, pump part washing, organizing the nursery, breastfeeding and bottle feeding support etc.

Packages
Postpartum & Newborn support
Postpartum and Newborn support packages vary depending on the families needs and location. Rates range from at $40-50/hr. Please reach out for more information and
$40.00
USD Per hour
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
1
5.0

To Whom It May Concern, We wholeheartedly recommend Megan McLaughlin as a Newborn Care Specialist. Megan was with us for 12 hours a night, for 12 weeks, starting the night we came home from the hospital with our newborn. As the saying goes, it takes a village, and we are grateful that Megan was part of ours. As first-time parents, we were especially grateful for Megan's knowledge and experience. From swaddling techniques to bottle expiration, we learned from her gentle guidance. Megan's expertise was invaluable in helping us establish a routine and gain confidence in our new roles. Megan's duties included cleaning and sanitizing bottles, pacifiers, and pump parts, preparing and feeding bottles, handling baby's laundry, changing diapers, and organizing the nursery. She performed these responsibilities with the love and care we would hope for from a family member. Her meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach ensured that everything was in perfect order, allowing us to focus on bonding with our baby. Beyond her technical skills, Megan's warmth and compassion made a significant impact on our family. We truly looked forward to seeing her every day. Her calm and reassuring presence provided us with much-needed support during a time of transition and adjustment. She not only took excellent care of our daughter but also helped us navigate the challenges of new parenthood with ease and confidence. Megan's dedication and professionalism were evident in every aspect of her work. She was always punctual, reliable, and respectful of our home and routines. Her ability to anticipate our needs and offer solutions before we even realized we needed them was a testament to her experience and commitment to excellence. In summary, Megan McLaughlin played a crucial role in our early days of parenthood. Her professional skills, combined with her compassionate approach, made a significant difference in our lives. We are deeply grateful for her support and cannot recommend her highly enough to any family in need of a Newborn Care Specialist. She is an exceptional individual who will undoubtedly bring the same level of care and dedication to any family she works with.

- Indira Pooja Modh

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