Ayurvedic
Postpartum Experience
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Designed to indulge new mothers in a deeply warming, soul nourishing ayurvedic postpartum experience.
We can adopt the essence of many cultures when it comes to post birth recovery and care.
The first forty days following birth is a precious time that can be overlooked. For many it is so significant that it is considered the fourth trimester.
Carving out the space to give this period the attention it deserves creates a cocoon in which to heal, bond and rest, softening the transition to motherhood and later, when ready, into the world.
The world can wait
Package cost
$899 (incl GST)
What's included
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1 x 60 minute postpartum session with me, Kellie to celebrate together with you the journey to motherhood with a custom herbal foot soak and reassuring conversations over a warm herbal tea.
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Warm oil Abhyanga massage with the beautiful Hannah from Inner Ground (see photo to left, these are Hannah's magic hands)
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Closing of the Bones ceremony, also with Hannah
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1 x postpartum birth debrief and wellbeing check in with Our Doula team member and mental health specialist Sarah Kavanagh
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Ayurvedic postpartum weekly meal package prepared by the wonderful Kate Heagney from Nourish the Mother.
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Weekly meal package includes:
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Chinese herbal chicken and sesame congee
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Salmon and vegetable mother bowl on brown rice
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Gluten free chicken pie
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Postpartum seaweed soup
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Roast vegetable soup
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Mushroom herbal broth
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Apricot and turmeric powerballs
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Apple and berry nut crumble
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Almond and buckwheat crisps
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Chocolate and caramel tahini brownies
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Gluten free green loaf
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Black sesame mylk
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Lactation tea
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Black rice breakfast congee with jujube and goji
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Do you provide vegan/vegetarian options for the meal plan?Absolutely, Kate from Nourish the Mother has you covered when it comes to your dietary requirements. Please ask at the time of your booking.
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What is a Closing of the Bones Ceremony?During pregnancy and birth our physical bodies and energy fields expand at peak levels. A Closing of the Bones Ceremony acknowledges new mothers following their birth. This is done by wrapping long scarves or rebozo’s from head to toe resembling a grounded warm embrace. A gentle ceremony that guides you back to your body, your bones into place, whilst increasing warmth and blood flow. Re-establish a sense of self through this ultimate self care and age old ritual.
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What is Abhyanga massage?Abhyanga massage is a full body massage using warm Ayurvedic herbal oils to pacify and bring balance to the nervous system. You will be gently invited into a state of deep rest and rejuvenation using long sweeping strokes with various pressure and activation of marma points. Some of the many benefits include: Reduces fatigue and promotes deep sleep Stimulates and strengthens the lymphatic system Enhances blood circulation Increases oxytocin, the loving, bonding and anti-anxiety hormone Detoxification of the body Supports digestion
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What is the duration of the Abhyanga massage and Closing of the Bones Ceremony? And when can I book in?Abhyanga warm oil massage is 80 minutes duration and recommended 21 days postpartum or 3 months post c-section. The Closing of the Bones ceremony is 90 minutes and recommended 6 weeks postpartum.
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Can we bring our newborn along with us to the Abhyanga massage and Closing of the Bones Ceremony?Yes, of course your little one can join us. However, if you are fortunate on the day to have someone mind your bubba either at home or together with you, that’s great too. It may be difficult at times to hold your baby whilst receiving your treatment. Trust what feels right for you and your baby on the day.
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Can I choose one of these above options without choosing the whole Ayurvedic Experience?This package has been designed with a new mother and full immersive experience in mind. It is preferred that new mothers experience the full package for optimal results. I am more than happy to discuss individual options at the time of your enquiry.
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Can I add the Ayurvedic Postpartum Experience to my birthing support package?YES absolutely. This package can be added to any of my birthing support packages.
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Have another question?I'd love to hear from you! m. 0400 907 370 kellie@ourdoula.com.au
Postpartum support
m. 0400 907 370
Additional
Appointments
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Additional appointments can be added to your package at any time during your pregnancy and postpartum journey.
Pregnancy and postpartum can be experienced as a time of great love and joy with equal amounts of adjustment and exhaustion.
Birth can also come with many unknowns. This is why I have created additional appointments so you can relax knowing that support is available when you need it the most.
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