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Ever wonder what exactly a postpartum doula does, what it is like being a postpartum doula, or interested in learning helpful postpartum tips from a doula today? 

We know feeling cared for and supported after birth and during the early weeks of parenthood can drastically improve the overall postpartum experience, which is exactly what a postpartum doula does.

In this episode, Karen chats with Maria Pasqurelli, a postpartum doula here in Los Angeles about what it is like supporting families and what she has learned supporting so many. 

Karen and Maria specifically discuss: 

• what inspired her to go into this work
• how postpartum doulas support families and for generally how long
• factors parents should take into consideration when looking to hire a doula to make sure it's the right fit
• what most parents are most surprised to learn once they are home with the baby
• a few go-to tools for new parents (spoiler, many are for you, not the baby!)
• advice for new parents as they prepare for postpartum

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