Baby care basics – including information on bathing, umbilical and/or circumcision care, diaper changing, swaddling and comforting techniques

Breastfeeding support – being fully trained in the most up-to-date breastfeeding methods and familiar with resources in the community that support breastfeeding 

Grocery shopping, errands, preparation and serving of meals

Light housekeeping, baby's laundry, fresh linens on baby's and mother's beds

Care of baby - while mommy rests or while the family takes time to relax and get reacquainted

Care of siblings. – including feeding, bathing, reading stories and playing

Support of the family ’s need for privacy – such as screening of calls and visitors, as desired by the family

Emotional support and guidance - someone to talk to who understands the challenges every new parent faces