ALIAH MARDEN DOULA SERVICES LLC
''Mama you are beautiful"
MY STORY
Who I Am
Hi my name is Aliah, and I am so passionate about this work. I was always the one (and still am) the person who sees a pregnant woman or a baby and wants to talk to them, know their story and am instantly in awe. Now I have been able to turn this into a career and I feel so incredibly lucky! I am certified through the International Doula Institute and I am affiliated with Wentworth Douglas Hospital in Dover, New Hampshire.
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Outside of being a doula I teach elementary art I am a Mom, and wife. I am a proud New Hampshire girl, I love to travel and explore. We love to be outdoors hiking, going to the beach, snowboarding, breathing in the fresh air as much as possible! I also enjoy yoga, buffalo anything and obviously babies and children
I believe that every birthing person deserves compassionate care during their birth experience. I am a certified birth and postpartum doula as well as a lactation counselor. In addition to this, I have an art education degree and enjoy bringing imagery, art and relaxation techniques to the birth experience if desired. My goal is to help clients find and trust their own unique voice in this process. I can help you do this by offering compassionate care, respect, information and options along the way. It is an honor to join families as they bring a new life into this world. I look forward to working with you!
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MY SERVICES
What I Do
All pregnancies are different, with each experience being special and unique in its own way. That’s why I work with you to customize my support services, always striving to meet your needs and expectations. I invite you to view the services I offer below, and get in touch with me to schedule an initial meeting.
BIRTH SUPPORT
"One of the greatest things a laboring women can feel during labor is love and support"
Birth looks different for everyone, every time, and I can attend any type of birth. Birth is powerful, varied, expansive, transforming and beautiful. As a birth doula it's my goal to help you discover and navigate your options and preferences, and to support you in ways that help you feel empowered and safe. My role is to provide you with information, offer continuous emotional and physical support, and be a calm and steady, non-judgmental voice as you journey from pregnancy through bringing a new life into this world. Let's connect to see if we're a good fit!
POSTPARTUM DOULA
Informative and Compassionate
Being a new parent isn't easy. Wouldn't it be so nice to have someone else there in those beginnings to help along the way, that extra support? Light housework, newborn care, baby wearing techniques, breastfeeding support, sleep training, sibling care. Check out what is offered and lets connect to see if its the right fit for you!
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
Here for You
From our initial meeting all the way through your pregnancy and delivery, I take the time to get to know you, your concerns and your needs. I’m always available to contact by phone/email throughout and will provide everything you require to make sure your experience is as calm and positive as possible. I provide guidance from the first time your baby breastfeeds and continue through your journey as much as needed in person or phone support.
ARTSY BIRTH
Add a little art into your journey
I am also an art educator and artsy woman and love to bring art into your experience if desired. Such as belly henna towards the end of your pregnancy, belly casting, hand painted affirmation cards, placenta prints and much more!
Please get in touch to learn more.
BIRTH AND POSTPARTUM PACKAGES
BIRTH PACKAGE
$750Â deposit when you have decided we are a good fit, $750Â at 38Â weeks
$1500Â total, unless you decide to add services such as artsy birth, postpartum care, photography, extended breastfeeding help
I take credit cards, check or Venmo and can provide payment plans if needed
I also charge extra for travel
Free consultation to get to know each other and talk about your birth plan
2 prenatal meetings one after hire and one around 36-37 weeks to get to know one another and discuss your plan, fears, pain management, practicing pain management techniques, and talking all things birth!
Continuous support during labor from the time we mutually agree that I should join you until you are settled after the birth.
Access to my lending library of birth, baby and postpartum books
Essential oils if desired
1 postpartum visit, scheduled when you're ready
I love to bring special treats such as fresh flowers, a gift for mama and baby, to make you feel extra special.
Unlimited e-mail and phone support during pregnancy and the first two weeks postpartum - anytime
on call from 38 weeks on
Belly Henna, birth affirmation card painting, belly casting- all if desired
Photography during and after birth with your device if desired
POSTPARTUM CARE
$45 an hour/Separate Package rates for extended amounts of time
I also charge extra for travel
$65 an hour for overnight care 10 hour maximum
Fresh flower and mama treats!
Check ins, maybe you just need to talk, unload, need advice, comfort, a hug in this new and vulnerable time
Support to help you and baby get off to the best start with feeding
Guidance for self-care and getting rest when you’re not getting a full night’s sleep
Guidance on newborn care (bathing, cord care, reading baby’s cues, calming techniques, sleep strategies, breastfeeding guidance) so you can respond to your baby’s needs with confidence
Caring for your baby while you take a nap, bath, shower, or spend some time with your other children
Occupying siblings so you can focus on bonding with your newest addition and get rest
Light housekeeping, meal prep and organizational support to you can feel at ease that your household won’t fall apart while you cuddle your baby
Help with running basic errands so everybody can be nourished
Baby wearing advice and tricks to help you learn how to keep your newborn close
Guidance navigating new roles in your partnership so you can parent with trust and confidence
Support in processing your birth experience to help you remember your awesome strength and power in birthing and to be there to listen to your story.
Availability by phone and email between sessions anytime
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
$50 an hour
Early support and intervention
Breastfeeding support at the hospital/home birth
First Latch
Positioning
Timing
Ways to increase supply
Pumping support
VIRTUAL POSTPARTUM SUPPORT
15$ a session or 3 for 40$
Right now is a unique time for new moms during COVID. It is hard to get the support and connections that you would normally have, and this is exactly why am offering virtual support once a week on Sundays from 9-10am est over Zoom. It is a great space to vent, cry, offer and get advice, to meet new moms, get lactation support, and just be a new mom and to not feel so isolated. Send me a message on here that you are interested I will share the Zoom link with you. I look forward to meeting you virtually!
"A mother's arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them"
Victor Hugo
REVIEWS
What My Clients Say
Having a baby was daunting enough but having her there before, during and after every step of the way brought such peace of mind"
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Racheal P
" She was my rock, I could not have done it without her"
Jennie F
She was not only a helpful coach through a scary, but exciting new journey for my husband and I, but she was truly a partner, lending a helping hand at any juncture we faced. I am more than confident that she will continue to excel as a Doula and become loving members of many people’s journeys as she has for us.
Racheal P
It is not easy having someone in your house when you’re feeling at rock bottom, but Aliah made it easy to adapt. She has a gift for making you feel at ease, and makes you feel pampered on top of it! She listened well to my postpartum emotions, gave tactful advice, and was insistent on being helpful around the house—my kitchen and bedroom became so peaceful after she tidied for 10 minutes. Especially after having a c section and not being able to do much around the house, her attentiveness to what would make me feel most relaxed was a lifesaver. Thank you, Aliah!
Katie D
Aliah is absolute MAGIC  She came to help me after I had my 4th baby (4th c/s), and it was the first time I ever had a postpartum doula. On her first visit she bought me flowers, listened to me talk about my struggles, then cleaned up my room and made it so cozy so that I could nap! She even lit candles!!! It was amazing. She watched my baby, fed my older kids, entertained them, and cleaned my kitchen! When I woke up, she had lunch and mother’s milk tea waiting for me. Every time she visited she came with flowers, motivational cards, and a special snack. During her visits she would set me up for success: clearing out my fridge, preparing snacks for me, making food and drinks and putting them in a place my kids could access them so it was one fewer thing I had to get up to do. Every time I would nap and relax and just rest in her care. She made me feel so taken care of, anticipating my needs before I knew what would help me. I can’t express enough how wonderful she is. Aliah’s help made a HUGE difference in my recovery and it’s been the best one yet!
Amanda A
I wasn’t sure if I was going to get a doula or not. I’ve always heard good things but I didn’t know if they would be allowed in the room (because of covid) & I didn’t know if they were worth the money. Plus, my baby was breech so I had to have a cesarean & that made things a little more complicated. But I decided to go for it & I’m so glad that I did. We had our first zoom meeting a month before my due date & Aliah really helped during those last few stressful weeks. She was very thoughtful & supportive and sent me helpful tips plus words of encouragement along the way. She has a calm demeanor, a friendly personality and a positive attitude. On the actual day, she gave me a foot rub, captured some beautiful pictures and helped my husband relax pre-surgery. It was so nice to have some extra support at the hospital & I would recommend her to anybody trying to improve their birth experience.
Jennifer C
Aliah was one of the best decisions I made about my pregnancy. During delivery she was so calm and supportive. She brought me personalized gifts during my postpartum visit. Her presence was so meaningful. I cannot imagine my birth experience without her. She is very professional and always had answers to my questions. She is simply a wonderful doula and I was grateful to have her.
Adrienne P
My postpartum period has been a wildly beautiful yet dark place to be all at the same time. It has been a complex mix of physical and emotional pain, all while being filled with the happiest days of my life, as well as some of the worst. The complicated levels of exhaustion reaching corners of my body and brain I had never known existed. The oh so normal discomforts that my postpartum cocktail came with PPD, PPA, rage, OCD, paranoia, living in an unrecognizable body and brain, to name a few. The mental exhaustion of processing real birth trauma, having an after-birth diagnosis of a genetically disabled child, always being the primary parent to three beautiful children under the age of two. The list goes on. Feeling moments where I may drown in it all, and the overwhelming feeling that I am alone, and no one is coming to save me...But then there was Aliah.
The support of a Postpartum Doula came at a suggestion of a good friend who was just trying to get me as much support as I could possibly have. While I am lucky enough to have a supportive husband, family, friends, medical team and therapist it often never felt like enough. I initially felt unworthy of her help as I knew there must be other women in the community who must need her support more. She came into my home baring hand-picked flowers from her own garden, a warm, positive, calming, sun kissed presence that made me feel instantly comfortable. During her time with me she did a wide variety of things including cleaning, watching my twins while I was able to nap or shower, go outside for a walk together, laundry, organize clothing in the kids' room but most importantly sitting with me and processing my thoughts. Aliah sat and listened to me talk about the everyday ups and down of my postpartum period. Actively listening, validating my feelings and truly caring about what was going on within my life. Asking engaging questions to help me work through and process my always spinning hormally powered brain. As a mother of two herself, it was clear she also really understood a lot of what I was going through, which added a layer of comfort for me. Even now as my time with Aliah has come to an end, she still intermittently checks up on me to see how I have been doing mentally, physically and how I am as I transition back into work. She was a light to me and my postpartum recovery in a diversely challenging and personal time.
It would be without hesitation I would give my highest recommendations to have Aliah as a Doula to care for me at any point during my pregnancy or postpartum period. She can easily adapt to the needs of any client, giving each mother the personalized care, they deserve and need during a pivotal time in life.
-Anna- Mother to Arlo, Tripp and Charlie
Anna K
Aliah was all I could imagine a doula to be and so much more. My husband was initially a little hesitant to have someone else involved in the process but after our first meeting with her, we both felt her support would be beneficial for all of us. When the time to deliver our baby girl came, Aliah was amazing at supporting me through a trying labor as well as emotional support for us both with an unexpectedly tricky delivery. It was scary but we are both beyond grateful that we had her with us. She is clearly passionate not only about her work as a doula, but also towards the mothers (babies and fathers!) that she works with. Her energy was always warm, calming and reassuring. Being a fellow mother, she was so easy to relate with and just good energy to be around. I always felt better after our pre and post delivery meetings. She even brought a special big sister gift for my oldest, the baby and lactation treats for me. If you are on the fence about having a doula as part of your birth plan, hop off and choose Aliah, she is the best!!
Suzi B
Choosing Aliah as our doula was one of the best decisions I made to prepare for my birth experience. Leading up to the birth Aliah was a valuable source of information.
She was knowledgeable, suggested excellent resources on labor when I asked, and was always available to answer questions. She was also always supportive of my preferences and made me feel comfortable.
During labor Aliah was our backbone. She helped to progress my labor by instructing us on different labor positions and how to use the
rebozo. When labor pain started becoming more intense she helped me cope with grounding techniques. When I became dehydrated and exhausted after 24 hours of
labor and asked for an epidural she listened to me and helped to advocate to the hospital staff for my preferences. Finally after hours of pushing and 36 hours of labor
when I had an arrested descent and needed a cesarean birth she stayed with us in the operating room. At a time when neither my husband nor I were thinking clearly,
she was the one to advocate for a gentle c-section on my behalf by asking for a see-through screen, helping my husband choose music to be playing during the birth and
by photographing the birth of my daughter. Having Aliah with us made a very long and intense first birth experience a positive one.
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Celia E
CONTACT ME
603-397-7593
ALIAHMARDENDOULASERVICES@GMAIL.COM
If you have any questions please submit your information and I will get back to you ASAP I can't wait to shat with you!