Providing Postpartum Doula care to new families in the Seattle area.   

Expert infant care, family support, household support, delicious meals, peace of mind.... And a nap.

" Schyler is truly a wealth of knowledge. I have yet to ask her a question to which she does not know the answer. She has taught me how to be a mother and a parent in just a few short months. I truly can't imagine having navigated this time of life without her." 

-Libby Brittain, parent of Teddy

"Schyler has been a huge gift to our family. Her decades of experience, deep newborn and baby knowledge, and easy presence meant everything to us when we brought our preemie baby home from the NICU. Throughout the months that we worked together, Schyler had thoughtful answers to our million questions. She even supported us “beyond the baby” with household help, and being a wise ear as we navigated new parenthood. If / when we have another child, Schyler will be our first call!"

-Caitrin Hall, parent of James

“Schyler goes further than mother/infant support and includes her knowledge to include the whole family.  Schyler will provide guidance and compassion as well as deal with the necessary duties that are part of family life with a newborn.  I recommend her services as an integral part of quality care for Moms, Dads and babies.”

-Kate R. Casey LHMC

“Schyler is fabulous!  She is informative, resourceful and very present…and great with our son.”

-Lisa and Dan Pasco parents of Isaac

“We needed a Postpartum Doula when we brought the twins home from the hospital, and Schyler was absolutely wonderful!  Her gentle nurturing balanced with her strong Knowledge base, was the perfect match for our new family.  We couldn’t have made it through those first weeks without her loving guidance.  We’d highly recommend Schyler!

-A&W, parents of A&W

“Schyler brought us a much needed sense of calm and ensured we had the tools to maintain it on our own.  Her loving support and caring nature created balance within our chaotic home.”

-Joell and Rick Teal, parents of Kaitlyn and Isabelle

"Seventeen years ago, as new parents juggling the demands of small business ownership, the enchantment of welcoming our son was tempered by the reality of our schedules. We initially sought Schyler's services, thinking we simply needed a trustworthy person to care for our newborn while we worked. However, Schyler’s role quickly transcended our expectations, becoming an indispensable guide in our family's journey.

Services Provided

Schyler was initially tasked with basic infant care, but her responsibilities quickly expanded as she provided enriching, developmentally appropriate activities for our son. She not only cared for him during our work hours but also enabled us to catch up on much-needed rest, particularly since our son struggled to sleep for more than 20-minute intervals during his first five months. Additionally, Schyler joined us on a family vacation, seamlessly integrating into our plans to ensure we could enjoy quality time with our son while still having breaks for ourselves.

Effectiveness

Schyler's profound understanding of babies and their developmental stages enabled her to tailor her interactions with our son, providing him with engaging and fun learning experiences that he absolutely adored. Her ability to recognize and adapt to his developmental stages—which often came earlier or later than the age ranges stated in books—helped us appreciate and adapt to the nuances of his growth and needs. 

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Schyler’s communication was exemplary. Her instincts about when we would welcome advice, paired with her ability to explain the subtleties of child development, ensured we were consistently supported and well-informed throughout our early parenting journey.

Impact on Our Postpartum Experience

The impact of Schyler’s support was transformative. Her presence allowed us to dive into our new roles as parents and maintain our business commitments. Schyler was instrumental in helping us translate my obsessive reading on neuroscience and child-rearing into practical, informed parenting. Her guidance, rooted in her deep experience and understanding of health, child development, and emotional support, provided a well-rounded foundation for our family. Our son, now 17, has developed into a self-driven, focused, trustworthy, and empathetic young man with truly wonderful friends. He’ll be applying to college in the Fall, and, looking back, we became better parents for him thanks to the foundational insights we learned from Schyler.

Overall Recommendation

We wholeheartedly recommend Schyler to any new parents in search of a postpartum doula. Her comprehensive support surpassed our expectations, providing not just care for our son but invaluable guidance, wisdom, and peace of mind for us as well.

Tips for Future Clients

To maximize the benefits of working with a postpartum doula like Schyler, maintain open and clear communication about your expectations and needs. Being proactive in asking questions and sharing your intentions and concerns about your child's well-being will empower your doula to provide customized support and enrich your parenting education."'

-Heather Simmonsen,  parent of Z

“After working with Schyler you’ll feel more confident and at ease with your new infant.  Her supportive and professional style makes it easy to learn the practical tools that every parent needs”.

-Jovanna Casey, MSW, Parenting Educator, Psychotherapist.