Peaceful Nest Postpartum Care

Offering compassionate & inclusive care in Portland, OR

Aline Diethelm, PCD(DONA), CLE

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Hello, I’m Aline.

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I believe every family deserves emotional and practical support during this transformational time of life. I believe that every parent should receive kind, non-judgemental, evidence-based care during the postpartum period, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or disabilities.

As a postpartum doula it is my job to encourage the wisdom and intuition that already exists in every parent.

25+ years of experience…

  • Postpartum Doula training with MotherTree Birth in 2023

  • DONA certified Postpartum Doula

  • Certified Lactation Educator with 52 hours of lactation and infant feeding training with Evergreen Perinatal Education and Doula Love.

  • MotherTree Birth Business Incubator in 2024.

  • Montessori Birth-3 Diploma from the North American Montessori Center in 2014

  • Bachelor of Science, with an emphasis in Child and Family Studies from PSU in 2006

  • Learning about and practicing compassionate communication skills for over 25 years

Specialties

  • A woman with tattoos and a tattoo on her thigh breastfeeds a baby in bed.

    Newborn Care & Feeding

    Professional care and guidance for those special first weeks as a family. As a Certified Lactation Educator, I am here to offer feeding tips and tricks.

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    Family & Sibling Support

    I am the whole family’s Doula! With a lifetime of experience in caregiving and childhood development. I arrive prepared to nurture the whole family.

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    Parenting Resources

    Well connected to my local community, I am able to share trustworthy and inclusive referrals to local services and providers.

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    Emotional Support & Recovery

    With a calm presence in your home, processing birth stories, support with self care, prioritizing your needs and healing during this special time.

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    Household Assistance

    Doing light house help like laundry, cooking, sanitizing bottles, and tidying. I am here to support the home so you can rest.

I live in a small intentional community in NE Portland with my partner, two children (a 4 year old and a 7 year old), and five other wonderful humans.

Living communally has taught me communication skills, the importance of the village for families, and confidence to resource others through transitional times.

When I am not providing doula care, I might be..

  • planning community events and parties

  • dancing

  • doing pilates and yoga

  • cooking

  • spending time with my kids

About me

I support families after welcoming a new baby, so that family members can experience more joy, more confidence, and more peace.

I am committed to serving Portland families regardless of sexual orientation, race, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, religion, or physical or mental disability. With my work I am striving to help create a more equitable world.

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FAQ

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  • First things first, fill out the contact form below.

    From there, we will schedule a free thirty minute phone consultation to determine how I can support your family.

  • Postpartum Support $40-50/hr sliding scale (16 hrs min)

    Bundles of 44 hours or more are $35-45/hr sliding scale

    • Private Pay

    • HSA or FSA

    • Carrot Fertility Benefits

    • Company Benefits

    • Gift Certificate

  • I am only available for day shifts, 7 am to 9 pm.

    After 9 pm I am available for a partial night shift, end time of midnight for $5+ an hour.

Testimonials

"A postpartum doula was, we thought, out of the realm of possibility for us. We are so grateful to Aline for making it a reality. Their help and support in those early days meant showers, naps, and hot meals for both parents. Well timed reminders of self-care were both needed and appreciated. Aline’s respect for our family’s values and decisions made me a more confident parent. Thank you! Thank you."

-Hannah F. 2023

"My favorite thing about having Aline help out was their effortless support, attention to me, my baby, and our home. It really felt like having a friend around. Aline was so knowledgeable and kind. If my only request was a nap, they would always care for my home as if it were theirs, which was the help I didn’t know I needed!"

-Faren J. 2024

Let’s work together.

Interested in working together? All consultations are free!

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