From Pregnancy, Birth, to Parenthood: Find Your Birth Village at MAIA House.
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum are not just milestones – they’re an unfolding story. At MAIA House, we believe every family deserves a narrator who understands the full arc, from the first flutter of new life to the quiet moments of postpartum recovery. Continuity of care is our promise to walk this path with you, providing seamless and unwavering support from start to finish.
“The [Maia House] team changed EVERYTHING for us. They gave us information that empowered us to have the birth we wanted to have, taught us ways to prepare, recommended us to people who would support our goals.”
Doulas Gem, Dewi, & Alexia supporting a birther and her partner during their second stage of labor.
Why continuity of care?
Imagine a quilt, each patch representing a stage of your journey. When stitched together by a single, trusted hand, the result is a tapestry of care that’s strong, cohesive, and uniquely yours. Research underscores this—families supported by continuous care providers experience lower rates of maternal and neonatal mortality, greater breastfeeding success, and improved maternal mental health.1 Beyond the numbers, continuity fosters deep trust and understanding, ensuring that no detail of your story goes unheard.
In a healthcare landscape that can often feel fragmented, continuity of care is a salve – a way to preserve your voice and your vision as the central thread guiding every decision.
What makes continuity of care unique at MAIA House?
Continuity at MAIA House is more than consistency; it’s about relationships. Your doula, and accompanying village of maternal health practitioners become partners, not just providers. With your permission, we share notes and insights with trusted practitioners, working together to provide seamless and comprehensive support. This collaboration ensures that the sum is truly greater than its parts, saving you time and energy while connecting you with a network of providers we already know and trust.
This relationship builds over time, allowing us to anticipate your needs, celebrate your milestones, and hold space for your challenges. It’s the difference between being cared for and truly being seen.
This approach also honors your autonomy. Whether you’re navigating a hospital birth, home birth, or any variation in between, our team ensures every choice is informed and reflective of your values. It’s care that feels personal, because it is.
“Dewi transformed our birth experience... She also understands the different healthcare providers in Singapore well, so she saved us a lot of time from trying out different obstetricians, lactation consultants etc as she can recommend choices based on her understanding of you as a couple.”
How does continuity of care happen at MAIA House?
Continuity of care at MAIA House isn’t just a philosophy; it’s a practice. Here’s how it unfolds:
One steady guide: Your doula or practitioner serves as your consistent anchor throughout the process. From prenatal visits to labor, birth, and postpartum, you’ll have a familiar face and voice guiding you through each step.
Initial consultation: Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation where we learn about your goals, preferences, and any specific needs you have. From here, your doula builds a customized care plan.
Bridging the gap: Based on your needs, you’re connected with the right professionals. Looking for an OBGYN experienced in low-intervention births? Need a lactation consultant to support your breastfeeding journey? We connect you with providers who align with your preferences and values. You’re never left navigating the labyrinth of healthcare on your own.
Support beyond birth: Continuity doesn’t stop at delivery. Whether it’s healing your body, finding your rhythm as a family, or tackling sleep hurdles, we’re here. Your story doesn’t end with the birth of your baby, and neither does our care.
“Alexia helped me through my birth AND postpartum in ways that I find it difficult to set down in words... Postpartum pains, identity crisis, exhaustion, anxiety, mastitis, breastfeeding, going back to work, sleep training—Alexia was there to support me through it all.”
Ready to begin? Schedule a 30-minute discovery call with one of our MAIA House doulas here. Let’s explore how we can support your journey.
Doulas Alexia and Gem with new parents Y & A two hours after the birth of their first child.
Continuity of care isn’t just a model – it’s a mindset. It’s about being held, not just cared for. It’s about crafting a village around you, one that’s flexible enough to meet your evolving needs but steady enough to provide unwavering support. At MAIA House, we’re not just here to guide you through; we’re here to walk beside you, ensuring your journey is as empowering as it is nurturing.
Because when it comes to parenthood, every family deserves a care team that feels like home. And at MAIA House, that’s exactly what we strive to be.
Ready to begin? Schedule a 30-minute discovery call with one of our MAIA House doulas here. Let’s explore how we can support your journey.
1 Kerber KJ, de Graft-Johnson JE, Bhutta ZA, Okong P, Starrs A, Lawn JE. Continuum of care for maternal, newborn, and child health: from slogan to service delivery. Lancet. 2007 Oct 13;370(9595):1358-69. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(07)61578-5. PMID: 17933651.
