Nesting Support

More than a to-do list. Prenatal nesting services help you prepare your home, body, and mind for welcoming a new family member.

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I need…

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Each nesting session is tailored to where you’re at and what’s feeling most exciting, most unfinished, or most in need of some TLC as you prepare for birth. Some families come in with a long to-do list. Others arrive with a swirl of feelings and no idea where to begin. Both are welcome.

As a former nanny of 10+ years, I bring a unique lens to the season of preparing for a baby— a lens rooted in real-world experience in homes with babies, families, and all the gear. I’ve tried the strollers, the wraps, the bottles, the diapers, the gadgets—you name it, I’ve probably tested it. So when it comes to building your baby registry or prepping your space, I can offer honest, experience-based advice about what you actually need (and what you don’t), what will grow with your baby, plus the clever little tips no one tells you.

I might prep a freezer meal, help you fine-tune your postpartum plan, or walk through your space to talk about support station set-ups. I might sweep the forgotten corners, organize the spaces that need it, and find homes for all the baby shower gifts. I might talk you through birth preferences, partner support roles, or emotional prep for the big transition.

Sometimes you’ll want practical steps. Sometimes you’ll want permission to rest. Sometimes, you’ll want both.

No matter what the session looks like, the purpose is the same: to help you feel more grounded, more prepared, and more connected to what you actually need in these final weeks.

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the full nest

This four-session container is for when one session just isn’t enough. With ongoing support throughout your final-stretch before birth, we have the time and space to go deeper with thoughtful planning, home setup, meal prep, emotional readiness, and beyond. We move at a steady, supported pace—giving you the chance to settle in, ask questions as they arise, and feel truly prepared for what’s ahead.

  • Four 4hr sessions, used within ~1 month. Ongoing prenatal prep, usually booked within the third trimester.

    Personalized support for your most pressing needs. May include, but not limited to:

    • Nursery setup + organization

    • Home tidying and/or organizational system creation

    • Registry support + tried-and-true baby gear recommendations

    • Hospital bag packing or homebirth gear preparation

    • One postpartum freezer meal or snack prepped per visit (see “custom care” tier for comprehensive meal prep)

    • Birth prep check-in and support

    • Help refining your postpartum plan (healing after birth, division of labor, partner support, newborn care + what to expect, etc)

    • Space to rest and relax

    • Wrap-up summary and postpartum resource packet

    PLUS

    • Welcome gift

    • Between-visit call and text support

  • $38/hour | Four visits, each 4hrs long

    Four visits must be used within 1~ month. Nesting sessions are most beneficial when booked in the third trimester.

❀ Best for: folks who want to prepare thoughtfully, without rushing through the details.

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the mini nest

This one-time nesting session is for when it’s time to clear the mental clutter, get a few key things checked off your list, and breathe a little easier heading into birth. Whether it’s refining your registry, prepping your space, or just getting organized—I’ll bring a calm that helps you feel more ready.

  • Personalized support for your most pressing needs. May include, but not limited to:

    • Nursery setup + organization

    • Home tidying and/or organizational system creation

    • Registry support + tried-and-true baby gear recommendations

    • Hospital bag packing or homebirth gear preparation

    • One postpartum freezer meal prepped (see “custom care” tier for comprehensive meal prep)

    • Birth prep check-in and support

    • Help refining your postpartum plan (healing after birth, division of labor, partner support, newborn care + what to expect, etc)

    • Space to rest and relax

    • Wrap-up summary and postpartum resource packet

  • $160 | 4-hour single session

    A la carte, flat rate pricing for single sessions, billed on date of booking.

    Nesting sessions are most beneficial when booked in the third trimester.

❀ Best for: those looking for a clear place to start and and extra pair of hands. 

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custom care

Custom Care is a flexible, bundled plan for when you're dreaming of comprehensive prep for the long haul. Want nesting prep and prenatal nutrition guidance with health coaching? Want a plan for postpartum meals and a continuous thread of doula care after birth? Let’s build readiness for the whole arc of what's ahead.

  • Ideal for those wanting whole-journey support with continuous doula care before and after baby

    (inclusions vary depending on your personalized plan)

  • Packages start at $500.

    Pricing varies based on services included, frequency of care, and overall hours of support.

    Folks who book 40+ hours of care are eligible for discounted package pricing.

    All packages require a consult to build your plan and receive exact pricing.

❀ Best for: families who want to feel ready beyond just the nursery.

Can’t decide? Let’s break it down.

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Let’s get in touch.

hannah@thefolkdoula.com