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AHMA AT HOME

Expert Care That
Meets You Where You Are

Because every mother & family deserves support
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Personalized Postnatal Support at Home

Life with a newborn is tender, transformative, and deeply personal for every family.

Ahma & Co offers two paths for support so you can choose what feels best for you: our restorative retreat at the Waldorf Astoria, or Ahma at Home, our personalized in-home support from our trusted doula network.

No matter the setting, we'll meet you where you are with warmth, expertise, and compassion.

Ahma at Home

With You, at Home

Thoughtful, professional care tailored to your needs and schedule, right at home

Rest & Recovery

Helping you recharge and navigate the fourth trimester with confidence

Flexible Care

Care that adapts to your needs
with expert, hands-on guidance

Support Designed Around Your Needs

Each doula brings their own style, philosophy, and special touches, providing thoughtful care from pregnancy through birth and into the early postpartum period.

Tell us what matters most, and we’ll thoughtfully match you with the right doula to meet your needs. Birth services as well as daytime and overnight support are both available upon request.

Comprehensive Birth Doula Care

Thoughtful, continuous care to support you through pregnancy, labor, birth, and the first moments after

  • Preparation for birth, including education on labor, comfort techniques, and birth preferences
  • Calm, steady presence during labor, with hands-on comfort, emotional reassurance, and guidance through decision-making
  • Inclusive care for partners, with education, encouragement, and connection-building throughout the birth experience
  • Gentle support in the hours after birth, including early bonding, feeding guidance, and emotional processing
Newborn care

Expert guidance to help you care for your newborn

  • Diapering, swaddling, soothing techniques, safe sleep, and bathing
  • Interpreting baby’s cues (hunger, tiredness, discomfort)
  • Overnight care also available to promote parents’ rest
Feeding

Personalized support for every feeding journey

  • Breastfeeding guidance, positioning, and latch support
  • Formula feeding, paced feeding, and combo-feeding education
  • Pumping support and milk storage guidance
Postpartum Recovery

Compassionate, holistic care

  • Rest, support, and recovery-focused care
  • Live education on normal postpartum changes and red flags 
  • Postpartum massage to facilitate relaxation & healing (add-on from doula care)
Household Daily Life

Lending a helping hand so you can focus on your baby

  • Light household tasks such as laundry, tidying, and dishes
  • Simple meal or snack preparation to support your recovery
Personal Care & Connection

Nurturing support for your well-being

  • Emotional reassurance and mental health check-ins
  • Creating space for sleep and nervous system regulation
  • Gentle guidance through the early postpartum adjustment
Partner & Family Support

Inclusive care for the whole family

  • Education and hands-on guidance for partners
  • Sibling adjustment support
  • Confidence-building for new caregiver

Why Families Choose Ahma at Home

Trusted, Experienced Doulas

Thoroughly vetted and expertly matched, Ahma & Co’s network of experienced doulas support pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with evidence-based practice.

Postpartum, Your Way

Customize your support with what matters most – day or night, hands-on or quiet guidance, body work, and meal prep.

Birth Support, Centered on You

Thoughtful, personalized birth doula support for your specific needs and preferences. Feel prepared and supported, from planning through labor and delivery.

Heal in Your Space

Our in-home support is designed around you, so that you can stay in the comfort of your home to bond with your baby and rest.

Seamless Care

Looking to supplement your retreat stay with in-home support? As a one-stop concierge, we make the transition from hostpital, home, and retreat efficient and seamless.

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Start Your Postpartum Journey with Support

Whether you’re ready to welcome support now or simply exploring your options, our team is here to listen. We’d love to hear what’s most important to you and guide you toward the right support. With Ahma's doula network, our role is simple: to show up in the ways that matter most to you.

What other parents say...

I can say without hesitation that staying with Ahma & Co was the single best decision I made for my postpartum self. It wasn't just a retreat; it was a sanctuary that did more for my bodily and emotional healing than anything else over the last few months. The care here is on another level. The doulas were out-of-this-world amazing—they didn't just care for my baby; they empowered me with confidence. I cannot recommend Ahma enough—it is an invaluable investment in your new family. I'm already planning my stay for Baby No. 2! (And yes, highly recommended for dads, too—my husband probably enjoyed the peace of mind and support just as much as I did!)

Diane C.

December 12, 2025

Worth the investment! My husband and I were pregnant with our first child and living across the country from family. We found Ahma & Co and thought it would be a great foundation for our journey to parenthood. So glad we made that decision! We attended the retreat a week after our daughter was born which worked out really well. She was having trouble gaining weight and our ped and LC wanted us to supplement and pump. Ahma and the doulas were key to helping us get through this time mentally and physically. The retreat was just wonderful - the food, the resort, Ahma amenities, workshops, advice, massages, everything! We were so thankful to have the nourishment that let us connect with our daughter even during that challenging time. Our daughter is thriving now and I know our time at Ahma was a big help in that!

A W

December 25, 2025

After a wild labor and delivery at the hospital, it was such a gift to have a gentle place to land at Ahma & Co. From the moment we pulled up to valet to the moment we checked out, every detail was so thoughtful and intentional. Our daughter was just two days old, and having her sleep in the nursery while the doulas lovingly brought her to me for feeds was truly life-changing.The food was phenomenal, our room was peaceful and serene, and the postpartum supplies made the transition back to reality so much more manageable. I slept better in that bed than I have in over a year.Thank you, Ahma & Co, for creating a space where new parents can breathe, heal, and feel genuinely cared for. Highly, highly recommend!

Maria B.

November 28, 2025

I stayed at Ahma and Co for five days after having my first baby, and it was honestly the best decision I made. I was in pain, tired, and completely unsure of what to do, but the Ahma team cared for me and my baby so perfectly that I still think about it all the time. Without them, I know I’d still be struggling.The moment we walked into the room, everything was beautifully prepared. Every day, a doula stayed with me to make sure both the baby and I were well cared for. I could ask questions anytime and always felt supported. The program covered everything from baby education to meals and massages, and every part of it felt thoughtful and well done. The massages were hands down the best I’ve ever had. The food was amazing too. It was delivered to the room for every meal, and not once did I get tired of it. My husband actually ended up joining me for the room service because it was that good.I truly recommend this experience to every new mom. My recovery felt so much faster thanks to their care. Esther, Julie, and the entire Ahma team treated every detail with so much attention and warmth. I’m already planning to go back for a longer stay when we have our second baby.

Leea J.

October 26, 2025

What an overdue review! We stayed at Ahma & Co a couple months back when my daughter was 6 weeks old. I can’t tell you enough what a transformative experience this was for me. I truly think that it helped me stave off postpartum depression. The access to the doulas 24/7, the educational workshops, the food, the location, the massage, the goodies!! Looking back, it’s one of the best things that I did for myself postpartum and I could not recommend it more!! I tell every new mom I meet about it. Do not hesitate to book it. You won’t regret it at all!!

Jessica Y.

August 22, 2025

This company is so, so magical. I recommend this company and experience to anyone who will listen. My husband and I attribute our stay with Ahma to us being confident first time parents. Every single doula was so kind, the perfect people to help you during such an exciting, big adjustment in life. They gladly watched my daughter when I was too exhausted to function, and their warmth and expertise made me immediately comfortable (which is no small feat, because [of] my postpartum anxiety). When you're nursing at 3AM for nights on end, you can start to feel a little isolated and crazy. But the doulas will always validate all of your feelings and emotions, which is so, so valuable when your hormones are raging and you're sleep deprived. Also, the meals were nutrient-dense and so yummy! I'm so, so glad we decided to stay with Ahma & Co - it was the best decision we could've made as a family. They took the pressure off me and my husband to learn everything on our own, and we could just focus on loving our little daughter and welcoming her into the world.

Ashley C.

July 31, 2025

It was the perfect first family getaway. After a tough pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum period, I arrived physically and emotionally depleted—and left feeling rested, supported, and more confident as a new mom. From the very beginning, communication with the team was exceptional, and the care continued throughout our stay and even after we returned home. The doulas were truly wonderful—gentle, experienced, and incredibly attentive. It’s not easy to build trust quickly, but we felt completely at ease knowing our baby was in such good hands and always nearby whenever we wanted. The Waldorf setting was beautiful and calming, with lovely grounds and ocean access that really helped my healing. The space felt luxurious, but also warm and welcoming—like a true home away from home. Above all, it was the people who made the experience so special. The entire team made us feel genuinely cared for. We’re so grateful for the support and would wholeheartedly recommend Ahma to any new parent looking for rest, guidance, and a little extra magic in those early weeks.

Janice S.

April 21, 2025

I recently had the fortune to stay at Ahma & Co for my postpartum recovery. First, I chose this particular postpartum retreat after extensive research comparing similar centers in the area, and now that I have experienced it, I could not recommend Ahma enough. It truly allows mothers to fully relax, recover, and bond with the baby in the most delicate period after the birth. During my stay, I also had access to lactation experts around the clock, who truly made a difference in my breastfeeding journey. Nutritional postpartum/lactation dedicated food and drink, as well as a little bit of pampering, are the cherries on top.

Maria G. B.

February 18, 2025

The doulas were so invested in taking good care of baby AND me -- they went above and beyond to provide personalized and exceptional care. The meals are SO delicious and nurturing. I loved that the menu was set up for you so you didn't have to even think about picking out what to eat. Every meal was fantastic!I had two in-room massages that were out of this world. Between recovering from my delivery and breastfeeding around the clock, my body was in dire need of some TLC. The location is absolutely gorgeous! My husband and toddler visited and we took advantage of the Waldorf's many amenities and private beach club. I also loved being able to go for a walk along the beach everyday - something about being near the ocean is so calming and restorative. This retreat was one of the best investments we made for my physical recovery and mental health. Thank you!!!

Jennnifer P.

January 22, 2025

Esther and her team are amazing. We felt comfortable leaving our baby with her team which as first time parents I wasn’t sure we would. They took such good care of our little one and us. We went at 6 weeks which may be a bit later than other parents but it was amazing for us. We were sleep deprived and it was the perfect moment to catch up on some sleep and some time just the two of us. We will be back if we ever have another baby!

Natasha S.

December 30, 2024

My husband, baby, and I stayed at Ahma and Co Postpartum Retreat for 3 days. The hotel was absolutely beautiful- one of the best hotels I've stayed at. The retreat was a magical and healing experience. We were taught about baby wearing, maternal mental health, and couples connection after having a baby. The retreat meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) were delicious. I wish we could go back already.

Sherrill S.

December 29, 2024

This place was absolutely amazing and worth every penny! I arrived at 5/6weeks post partum which I think is the perfect time because that’s around the time of a growth spurt and it may become more difficult and all the doulas were there to help!! I learned how to put my baby down when overtired and overall gained a lot more confidence as a mom. The resort was beautiful I even had family visit during and it was a mini vacation for everyone. They also had everything you could possibly need for your stay. Having an iPad connected to the camera in the nursery put me at ease alongside the constant updates on their app they use. It was the first time in so long I had felt worry free. The team at Ahma is wonderful and this is your sign to book it!!! I would definitely go again.

Myra Khan

July 1, 2024

Over the past year, we did hours of research across the US, as well as internationally, as we explored options to promote postpartum health and wellness, post-delivery. Many destination experiences begin upon check-in and end upon check-out. Ahma's experience begins well before, and doesn't end upon your departure - something we really appreciate(d). BLUF: Exceeds expectations across categories - Personalization, Level of Luxury, Privacy, Inclusiveness, Communication, Education, Safety (for the entire family), Location/Accommodations, and Staff expertise. Financial commitment, but well worth it if capable.

We were extremely happy with our experience (8 nights) - in fact, we will be returning in the near future - a testament to our experience and trust in the Founders and team. Stealing from Michelin's 3-star definition: "Worth a Special Journey" - this place is a destination post-delivery.

Bryce and Julie

March 27, 2024

We had an incredible time at Ahma & Co. The entire team was warm, friendly, and professional. The facilities were absolutely amazing. My husband and I were able to go to dinner just the two of us and trust that our son was in safe hands. We explored the resort as a family and spent time at the Beach Club which was beautiful. The postpartum curated menu provided by Ahma & Co was nourishing and delicious. We had the best experience and will definitely return with our next baby!

Danielle Goodman

April 21, 2024

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