In-home postpartum care for new mothers
The Early Weeks is a nurturing, in-home postpartum support package for mothers during the first six weeks after birth.
Through weekly visits focused on rest, recovery, and gentle care, this creates space for mothers to slow down, feel supported, and tend to their own needs while adjusting to life with a new baby, in her own home.
Available throughout Taranaki, NZ
What You’ll Receive
x1 Prenatal Connection Visit (2 hours): Meet each other and your support person(s) before baby arrives
x6 Weekly 60min relaxation massage with a herbal foot soak before massage
*This package can be customized with any of my add-on options to suit your needs and support you through your unique journey.
Your body is doing so much while growing your baby.
This package is for you if you want gentle, nurturing, hands-on support as you recover after birth. Your healing matters.
Massage is a nurturing way to support your body during this transition. It can help you:
- Ease tension and soreness from pregnancy and labour
- Encourage circulation and warmth to support healing
- Create space for intentional rest, giving you a moment to slow down
- Calm your nervous system, helping you feel centred and present with your baby
Postpartum is a time of slowness and adjustment for both mum and baby, and having someone unfamiliar in your home can feel overwhelming. That’s why this package includes a prenatal connection visit, with the option of unlimited voice messaging between visits, so we can meet, get to know each other, and plan how I will support you in those early weeks.
With six weekly in-home sessions, you will feel restored, nurtured, and supported, while your baby stays close and you have space to focus on your recovery and wellbeing.
Package Price $1,200 NZD
Payment plans are available
*There is also the option for a smaller package with 4 massages, please fill in the form below to enquire*
Meet Melissa
Hi, I’m Melissa Smith. I’m a mum of two, a wife, a dairy farmer, and a rural birth worker in Taranaki, New Zealand. I also trained as a beauty therapist in 2005, and I’m excited to now be incorporating those skills into my birth and postpartum support.
Since 2022, I’ve been supporting women after birth, and through my own postpartum experiences, I felt first-hand the difference between being supported and not and the impact it had on my recovery and mental wellbeing. This is why I’m so passionate about caring for mothers after birth.
I combine my background in beauty therapy with training in postpartum and maternal support to offer hands-on, holistic care for new mothers.
I understand how overwhelming those first weeks can feel, and I’m here to provide gentle, practical, and nurturing support tailored to your needs.
My goal is to help you feel confident, restored, and able to fully enjoy this special time with your baby.
I would love to support you during this special time.
For all enquiries and bookings, please fill in the form below.
FAQs
Who is this package for?
This package is for mothers who want gentle, hands-on support to help their body heal after birth. It’s ideal for anyone looking to prioritise rest, recovery, and wellbeing in the first six weeks postpartum.
When should I book?
I recommend booking before your baby arrives. This allows time for a prenatal connection visit so we can meet, get to know each other, and plan your support.
What happens during the prenatal visit?
During this visit, we’ll meet in your home, discuss your plans and needs, and create a personalised support plan for the early weeks. It’s also a chance for you and your support people to get familiar with me before your baby arrives.
What can I expect during the postpartum visits?
Each visit includes a 1-hour relaxation massage plus a herbal foot soak. I allow for extra time to allow you to feed and get comfortable with your baby, who will stay close to you during each massage to support bonding.
Can I contact you between visits?
Absolutely. We will set up voice messaging between us at the prenatal visit. You will be able to contact me this way between our visits if you have questions or need extra support.
Do I need to prepare anything for the visits?
No. I bring all equipment, including a massage table, oils, towels, foot soak bowl, and music.
Can the package be customised?
Yes! This package can be tailored to suit your needs. Additional support, extended sessions, or other add-ons can be discussed during your prenatal visit.
Where is this available?
This package is available throughout Taranaki, NZ.
How does payment work?
A non-refundable deposit of $200 is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is to be paid by our final session together. Payment plans are available and can be discussed at the time of booking.
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