A postpartum doula is a trained professional who provides physical, emotional, and informational support during the "Fourth Trimester." At Smooth Transitions, our goal is to mother the mother. We assist with newborn care education, physical recovery from birth, light household organization, and emotional processing, ensuring you feel confident and cared for as you transition into parenthood.

While many Manhattan families book their postpartum support during the second or third trimester to ensure availability, it is never too late to reach out. Whether you are still pregnant or have already brought your baby home and realize you need an extra layer of expert support, we offer flexible concierge packages to meet you where you are.

Bengkung Belly Binding is a traditional Malaysian method of wrapping the abdomen with a long strip of cotton cloth. Unlike store-bought elastic binders, the custom-fit wrap provides 360-degree support to your hips, back, and core. It helps encourage the abdominal muscles back together (diastasis recti support), improves posture while breastfeeding, and provides a sense of "centeredness" after birth.

Yes, but the timing is different. While vaginal births can often be bound within the first week, C-section recovery requires more time for the incision to heal. We typically recommend waiting 2-4 weeks post birth and obtaining clearance from your OB-GYN. Once ready, the bind can provide much-needed support to the abdominal wall and help you feel more secure during movement.

We focus on "Gentle Sleep Shaping" rather than rigid "cry-it-out" methods. We look at the biological rhythms of your newborn to help establish healthy sleep foundations from the start. This includes optimizing the sleep environment, recognizing age-appropriate wake windows, and creating soothing routines that work for your specific family dynamic.

Yes. Overnight care is one of our most requested concierge services in NYC. Having a night specialist allows parents to get the restorative sleep necessary for a healthy recovery. During an overnight shift, we handle feedings (or bring the baby to you if breastfeeding), diaper changes, and soothing, so you can wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day.

While a nanny or baby nurse focuses almost exclusively on the infant, a Postpartum Concierge focuses on the entire family unit. Our role includes monitoring the mother’s recovery, providing lactation guidance, and educating parents so they feel empowered to care for their baby independently. We are there to support the "transition," not just to provide childcare.

Store-bought velcro girdles often provide "downward" pressure, which can put unnecessary strain on a healing pelvic floor. Traditional Bengkung Belly Binding is wrapped from the hips upward, providing a lift that supports the internal organs. Because it is a custom wrap, it moves with your body and won't "bunch up" like stiff, elastic waist trainers.

Absolutely. As a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Yvonne provides hands-on support for various feeding journeys—whether you are breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or pumping. We help with latch techniques, positioning, and bottle-feeding pacing. If a complex issue arises, we have a network of specialist IBCLCs in New York City for referrals.

Yes. While our hands-on care is focused on Manhattan neighborhoods like the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, and Tribeca, we offer Virtual Postpartum Consultations worldwide. These sessions are perfect for troubleshooting sleep challenges, discussing recovery plans, or receiving newborn care guidance from the comfort of your home.