Postpartum Healing & Recovery House
1 in 3 new Louisiana mothers reported being unable to be rent, mortgage, and utilities one year after birth.
- Louisiana PRAMS, 2022
The DUENOLA Postpartum Healing & Recovery House will provide guests with up to six months of temporary housing, case management, certified doula care, perinatal support, parenting and lactation education, and essential resources to help families navigate the vulnerable postpartum period.
Our Impact Over time:
❋ Healthy & Safe Postpartum RecoveryResidents will receive coordinated support and care designed to improve postpartum recovery, increase access to medical and mental health care, and reduce barriers to attending essential follow-up appointments.
❋ A Path Forward & Family StabilityEach family will leave with an individualized transition plan focused on securing safe housing, building community, healthcare, income, education, employment, and other resources needed for long-term stability.
❋ Stronger Infant Health OutcomesFamilies will gain consistent access to pediatric care, infant-feeding support, parenting education, and practical guidance that builds caregiver confidence and supports healthy infant development and bonding.
❋ Sustained Outcomes Beyond the StayThrough follow-up at 3, 6, and 12 months, DUENOLA will measure continued housing stability, healthcare access, return to work or school, family well-being, and sustained connection to community resources.
In this space new birthing people are positioned to focus specifically on prioritizing their mental and physical rest and recovery, spiritual and emotional healing, building community support, and working with our programs to prepare for long-term social and economic stability.
Note: You can request temporary housing and postpartum care at our Postpartum Healing Home for up-to 6 months with our certified doulas. This space is not considered permanent nor transitional housing but a safe and healing environment for low to moderate-income birthing people of all identities to recover after birth.
First residents are projected to have a move-in Fall ‘26.