The next day you meet with the postpartum doula that your friend recommended.

She is kind, respectful, and takes careful notes so she can remember about your preferences and needs. You feel like she is an instant friend.

It's a no-brainer and you hire her right then and there. You feel at ease. She comes for her first visit later that week.

She listens as you tell her all about the birth. She turns down your covers and you hear her doing the dishes as you drift to a much needed and well-deserved nap, snuggling your baby close.

You feel a little more emotional than you like to over the next few days. Your postpartum doula is always quick to respond to your texts and assures you that what you're going through is baby blues which is completely normal. She takes the time to explain what is happening to your hormone levels and tells you that you can call her any time you need.

You feel reassured.

This is just the beginning of your postpartum journey, but you have the resources you need to get help and support as things come up.