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Supporting You Through Every Stage of Pregnancy and Beyond

I offer Ayurveda and holistic perinatal care brought directly to your home. My personalized services support you and your family through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond, fostering healing and balance. Whether you need Ayurvedic bodywork, doula care, or yoga sessions, I’m here to guide you with compassion and expertise.



It’s time to be held, nurtured and seen during your postpartum journey.

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Services Overview

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Care

Held offers compassionate perinatal care, guiding mothers through pregnancy and postpartum with doula support and personalized meal planning to enhance healing and well-being for both mom and baby.

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Ayurveda

Experience the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda through tailored meal plans, herbal remedies, and bodywork, all designed to bring balance and nurture your body’s natural ability to heal.

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Yoga

Held provides individualized or group yoga sessions that support physical and mental well-being, helping you stay balanced and grounded through all stages of pregnancy and beyond.

Nurturing Wellness Through Ancient Wisdom

Held Perinatal brings ancient Ayurvedic wisdom into the modern home, offering personalized perinatal care and wellness support. My services include bodywork, customized nutrition, and yoga, all tailored to nurture individuals and families through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. With a focus on balance and healing, I aim to empower mothers and families on their unique journeys. Rooted in compassion, I provide holistic care that nourishes the mind, body, and spirit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Held Perinatal, and how does it support new mothers?

Held Perinatal is a Rhode Island based doula service that provides personalized postpartum care to help mothers transition into motherhood with ease. This includes Ayurvedic treatments, nourishing meals, yoga, and emotional support tailored to your needs.

How does an Ayurvedic Doula differ from a traditional doula?

An Ayurvedic Doula blends ancient wisdom with modern support, offering holistic care through herbal remedies, bodywork, and personalized guidance to nurture both the body and mind during postpartum recovery.

What are the benefits of in-home postpartum care?

In-home care eliminates the stress of travel and appointments, providing nurturing support in your comfort zone. This includes meal preparation, yoga, baby care, and wellness consultations.

What kinds of Ayurvedic bodywork do you offer for postpartum recovery?

Held Perinatal offers Abhyanga (herbal oil massage), Yoni Steam, Marma Point Therapy, and abdominal bodywork to support relaxation, healing, and hormonal balance.

What postpartum packages are available, and what do they include?

Packages range from two weeks to three months of care and include doula sessions, Ayurvedic bodywork, yoga, meal preparation, and emotional support to help new parents adjust with confidence.

Can you help with nutrition and meal planning?

Yes, Held Perinatal offers Ayurvedic-inspired meal planning, grocery guidance, and private cooking sessions to prepare seasonal, nourishing dishes that support postpartum healing and energy.

Do you offer yoga for prenatal and postnatal needs?

Yes, customized yoga sessions focus on easing pregnancy discomforts and aiding postpartum recovery with breathwork, gentle poses, and meditation tailored to your stage of motherhood.

Are your services covered by insurance?

For clients with Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI and Neighborhood Health of RI, specific care plans may be covered by insurance. Get in touch to learn more about eligibility and options, including Medicaid.

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Learn from our clients

Elyse is a true gem. I received bodywork with one of my kids home, and she made the whole experience seamless. From her warm personality to her detailed yet concise explanations, she is amazing! At  one point my daughter came over to us, and Elyse effortlessly greeted and comforted her while completely protecting the serenity of my experience. I have also witnessed her in action as a birth doula for one of my family members, and her care is simply unmatched. I can’t recommend Elyse and everything she has to offer highly enough!

Stephanie O'Donnell

I cannot say enough good things about Elyse. I hired her just before giving birth at home, and though she wasn’t there for the birth itself, she was an absolute angel during my postpartum recovery. From the moment she walked in, she knew exactly what I needed without me having to say a word. What truly set her apart was her deep care for my well-being. She constantly checked in on my mental health, listened without judgment, and provided thoughtful guidance on postpartum care, products, and healing. She is more than a doula, she is a healer, a guide, and someone who truly understands what new parents need. You will not regret hiring Elyse!

Jessalyn House

Elyse was an absolute lifesaver as our postpartum doula after a traumatic birth experience and beginning of postpartum. She genuinely and endlessly cared for us as if we were her own family, with incredibly nourishing meals thoughtfully tailored to our preferences, enormously healing herbal foot soaks and bodywork, and simply caring for our baby so wonderfully so we could take a nap. She compassionately calmed our new parent anxieties, answered any question we had to help solve for challenges along the way, and made us feel confident in ourselves. We are forever grateful and couldn’t recommend Elyse enough!!

Laura Basting

Elyse is so kind, supportive and nurturing. She helped me feel nourished and comforted postpartum by cooking warming foods, rocking my baby, tidying my house, soaking my feet and giving hugs and words of encouragement. She is such a light and I am so grateful to have had the experience of her care.

Anna Milrod

I think what is most important to share is the type of person behind this necessary service. Elyse is the most nurturing, supportive, compassionate individual who effortlessly goes above and beyond for those in her care. She provided such valuable information and perspective before our little one arrived which allowed for a deep sense of trust and security during our home birth experience. I truly cannot imagine my pregnancy and postpartum journey without her influence and care. Each experience with her felt like a warm hug. We cannot thank her enough for EVERYTHING. She would be an asset to anyone’s pregnancy journey and leave the sweetest impression on your heart.

Laura Finn
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Empower Your Pregnancy and Postpartum

Book a consultation and learn how Held Perinatal’s care services can support you from pregnancy to postpartum.