Emmy Nestled

In Thailand, mothers are surrounded by warmth after birth — through care, herbs, and gentle heat. I didn’t see that here in the US, and I often ask why no one takes care of moms or birthing people after birth. I created Emmy Nestled to bring that same compassion to modern mothers here.

Emmy Nestled is an in-home postpartum recovery service created for moms and birthing people after birth who need care, comfort, and understanding — especially in cultures where postpartum rest is often overlooked.

Founded by me, Emmy, a certified Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula based in the U.S., the service grew from my decade of experience caring for families as an au pair and nanny, and later became a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula.

Through years of supporting families in Western homes, I noticed a recurring truth — many moms and birthing people are expected to “bounce back” too soon, which leads to postpartum depression. In Asia, postpartum recovery is seen as a sacred time of rest, warmth, and healing — a period when the mother is cared for so she can regain strength and emotional balance. But in Western culture, where independence and productivity are celebrated, new mothers and birthing people are often left to recover and nurture on their own.

Emmy Nestled was born to bring back that lost warmth — combining the wisdom of traditional Thai postpartum care with a modern understanding of emotional well-being. My mission is to help mothers feel rested, nourished, and supported, reducing the risks of exhaustion and postpartum depression.

While the mother’s healing remains at the heart of her work, I also extend my gentle presence to the whole family — offering guidance for partners, reassurance for siblings, and harmony within the home during this tender transition.