It is helpful to reach out as early as possible, especially if you already have an idea of the support you may need. Starting the conversation early allows time to discuss your family, preferred dates, schedule and care needs.

Care availability depends on the requested dates, schedule and type of support needed. Reaching out in advance is encouraged so we can discuss your needs and determine what availability may look like.

Golden Hour provides personalized postpartum and newborn support within its service area. When you inquire, please include your location so we can determine whether your family is within the current service area.

Golden Hour offers personalized support that may include overnight newborn care, postpartum support, newborn care, feeding guidance, sleep foundations, newborn routines, parent rest and recovery, customized care arrangements and extended support.

Yes. Overnight newborn care is one of the services offered by Golden Hour. Overnight support is designed to give parents an opportunity to rest while their newborn receives experienced, attentive care.

Scheduling can be discussed based on your family's needs, the type of support requested and availability. During the consultation, we can talk through the schedule that would be most appropriate for your situation.

Golden Hour can discuss support for families welcoming twins or multiples. Because every family and care situation is different, availability and the appropriate care arrangement can be discussed during the consultation.

Yes. Feeding guidance can be part of newborn support. Golden Hour respects each family's feeding choices and provides support without imposing a particular approach.

Golden Hour can provide support with sleep foundations and healthy newborn routines. The approach is individualized rather than based on a single parenting philosophy.

Due dates can change, so flexibility is important when planning newborn care. If your due date or baby's arrival changes, let Melinda know as soon as possible so your updated dates and care needs can be discussed.

Travel arrangements can be discussed depending on the family's location and needs.

After you submit an inquiry, you'll provide information about your family, including your expected due date or baby's age, desired start date, preferred schedule, number of babies and the type of support you're looking for.

After your inquiry is received, the next step is to connect and discuss your family's needs. You can talk through your preferred dates, schedule, type of support and any questions you may have.

No. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

Golden Hour does not impose a particular parenting philosophy, culture, religion, feeding choice or family structure.

Yes. Care can be discussed around your family's individual circumstances and needs. If you require a combination of different types of support or a longer-term arrangement, this can be discussed during your consultation.

The first step is to submit an inquiry through the Let's Connect form.You'll be asked to provide some basic information about your family, your expected due date or baby's age, desired start date, schedule and the type of support you're looking for.From there, Melinda can learn more about your needs and discuss the next steps.