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 Indigo Road Collective

Birthwork

At Indigo Road Collective, we understand that the journey into parenthood is both beautiful and challenging. Our commitment to supporting birthing families transcends typical doula care; it is rooted in traditional methodologies that recognize the unique physical and emotional transitions you will experience. Since 2020, we have dedicated ourselves to serving families across the Chicagoland area with comprehensive birthwork services tailored to individual needs.

As we look to the future, our expansion into Maternal + Child Health Education reflects our belief in empowering you throughout this transformative process. We aim to equip you with vital tools and knowledge necessary to navigate your birthing experience confidently and authentically. This holistic approach not only nurtures your well-being but also fosters a deep connection with your growing family.

At Indigo Road Collective, we honor this sacred calling to facilitate a supportive and empowering environment for you and your loved ones as you embark on this life-changing adventure. Together, we can ensure that you are not merely surviving parenthood, but truly thriving.

Pregnancy + Birth Doula Support

Starting at $1,250

This package is designed to supporting birthing families from the 2nd trimester through the 6th week of postpartum. Before your birth, we will scheduled two prenatal appointments (1 birth planning session + 1 postpartum planning session). During your time with us, we will support your holistic health and wellbeing in the following ways:

  • Free Access to Designated Office Hours

  • Call + Text Support

  • In Home Labor Support and At Your Designated Birthing Space

    • 2 hours of “Golden Hour” postpartum support

    • Traditional West African Belly Binding

  • 4 weeks of virtual postpartum support

    • Babyfeeding & Lactation Support

    • Emotional and Physical Wellness Guidance

  • 1 in person 6 week wellness visit

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Copyright, Ymani Blake 2024

 
 

Postpartum Meal Planning

Rates starting at $350/week

The last thing you need to worry about is nourishing yourself while you are recovering from birth. Allow us to stock your fridge with meals that promote postpartum healing, nourishment, and love. We will come to your home once or twice a week to cook fresh, delicious meals. We will take the stress out of your 4th trimester meal prep by cooking, cleaning up and leaving you with a variety of meals. This services includes the following:

Cost per week plus the cost of groceries and transportation. Grocery shopping fee is included.

Choose up to

  • 3 Breakfast Items

  • 3 Dinner Items

  • 2 Broths

  • 3 Soups

  • 3 Snacks

 
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Postpartum Doula Support in Chicago, Illinois

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Postpartum Doula Support

$40/hr AM support $45/ PM support

24 hour minimum

This package is designed to support families within the first 6 weeks of their postpartum experience. Before your birth, we will scheduled two prenatal appointments to get to know each other and discuss postpartum planning. Our in person support begins directly after birth in your designated birthing space where you will be provided a custom herbal blend that promotes healing, traditional West African belly binding, and emotional support. Once you are settled in at home, we will support your holistic health and wellbeing in the following ways: 

  • Weekly Emotional and Mental Health Check-ins

  • Postpartum and Infant Troubleshooting

  • On-Going Lactation and Feeding Support

  • Traditional West African Belly Binding for closing the hips and faster postpartum recovery

  • Light housekeeping and Nourishing Meal Preparation for the immediate new family

Traditional Healing Arts for Peripartum Recovery

A la carte

Your emotional recovery after birth is pivotal to your healing and connection with your family. Allow us to provide you with traditional healing arts services that will help promote spiritual and emotional health, while leaving you with the tools you need to navigate your new normal.

We are proud to provide :

  • West African Belly Binding $195

  • NET (Narrative Exposure Therapy) for survivors of birth related trauma and those living with birth related PTSD. $25/hr

  • In home African American hair care & braiding $300+

 
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