Hello! I'm Jackie
Jackie is a trained and certified Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula. She has completed her training with licensed NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association) Dr. Bharat Vaidya, Advanced Ayurvedic Physician of Ayurved Sadhana Vidyalaya in Superior, Colorado.
She is also a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor through NAMA licensed Kerala Ayurveda Academy in Fremont, California, and has completed postpartum doula training with DONA International.
Ayurveda is one of the most established whole body health systems, originating in the Indian subcontinent, where a unique dietary approach and daily routine is based on the individual’s energy make-up or “dosha”. The goal of Ayurvedic Postnatal Care is to establish self-care that a birthing person can look forward to and have as a resource to encourage a mind, body, and spirit connection during this major life transition. During
this time, healthy milk supply (if breastfeeding), nourishment to help heal and restore, education on Ayurvedic herbs to help with various symptoms, and body work for the birthing person help the birthing person to recover and thrive.
For postnatal care, there is significant focus on care for the birthing person and daily rituals/routines that can affect physical, mental, and emotional health including proper nourishment and massage. The first 6 weeks (42 Days) are of most importance, per Ayurveda, for creating healthy habits and patterns that last a lifetime for a family. Therefore, how the first 42 Days are spent after delivery impact the next 42 years of life. Stressors of any kind can create congestion and increase “vata” (air element which runs high as it is in the postnatal period). Ayurvedic Postnatal Care is an investment in your whole family’s health and wellness!
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My Services
- Complimentary 1 Hour Phone or In-Person Client Intake to discuss menu options, dietary restrictions, herbs and spices, basic Ayurvedic cooking, recommendations within the first 6 weeks after giving birth, and foods to have in-home before you give birth. We will also discuss how birthing support partners can assist with the nourishment component.
- Ayurvedic Healing Meal Preparation, delivered to you: Groceries pre-purchased by client. List of items needed provided by Jackie. Pricing varies on client location, how many meals they want prepared, how much cooking equipment Jackie will need to bring to the home (Instant Pots, pans, ghees, spices, herbs, etc.). Jackie will tell you what ingredients to purchase once meal preferences have been determined.
All preparation, ingredients, and delivery included for a family of two. Each additional person after the two, will be charged $10 extra. Must have 48 hours’ notice from client to request dates for preparation. This includes a three course meal, a few sides, a protein (plant or meat based), soup, and a breakfast dish that can also be enjoyed as a desert. Most clients have plenty of leftovers for a total of two days. Fee will be collected before meal is delivered. Foods are typically bought in-season from local farms and grocers. She provides all herbs and spices and homemade ghees (clarified butter) for meals, and can accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.
- In-home Abhyanga (Warm Oil Massage); each session is two hours long. During this time, she can also go over a daily self-care massage for both Mother and Baby to promote healthy sleep and digestion. She will provide all cured sesame oil for the services and will bring her table, towels, and other supplies to your home, and will clean up prior to departing.
-Infant Warm Oil Massage Instruction: Using a doll, Jackie will instruct the parent(s) on how to massage baby with warm, cured sesame oil, as the parent massages their baby using cues. Jackie will also provide an information sheet on health benefits for baby and massage steps to serve as a reminder for parents to massage their baby on their own. Session provided at client’s home.
-Belly Binding Instruction: Jackie will demonstrate wrapping and have client practice a few times, as well as choose a one of a kind, handmade muslin belly wrap made by Jackie. Duration 30 minutes. Includes handmade muslin wrap for parent to keep.
- Breast Care Instruction (Massage, Herbs, etc): Procedure to maintain healthy breast tissue and encourage healthy lactation and lymph flow. Great for prevention of clogged ducts or mastitis. Variety of oils and herbs available, individually chosen based on dosha or health concern.
-Marma Therapy (Acupressure): 1-1.5 hours of relaxing, full body acupressure; targeted areas for dealing with particular health or pain concerns. No oils used.