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Where tender care and calm, intuitive guidance come together to embrace and support families.

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Hi there, I’m Debora , and I am so glad you’ve found your way here. Supporting families during the beautiful, vulnerable, and transformative days after welcoming a new baby is truly the heart of my work. I believe every parent deserves to feel cared for, encouraged, and deeply supported — not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually too.

My approach is warm, calm, and nurturing. I’m here to help you settle in, slow down, and find your rhythm as you adjust to life with your little one. Whether you need a listening ear, hands-on newborn care, help navigating feeding, or simply someone who brings comfort and reassurance into your home, I’m here with open arms and an open heart.

I walk into every home with respect, kindness, and a deep belief that families thrive when they feel safe, seen, and supported. My intention is to create a warm, judgment-free space where you can rest, bond with your baby, and step into parenthood with confidence and peace.

It’s my honor to be part of your journey, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Debora Navratil Cruz — Postpartum Doula & Newborn Care Specialist

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Gentle, nurturing support for your whole family during the early weeks of parenthood.

As your postpartum doula and newborn care specialist, I provide hands-on, compassionate support for both you and your baby. The postpartum period is a time of immense joy, adjustment, and change, and my goal is to bring calm, confidence, and comfort into your home. I’m here to help you recover, navigate feeding, establish routines, and feel emotionally supported, while ensuring your baby is safe, settled, and cared for.

Postpartum Doula & Newborn Care Specialist

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  • Emotional & Physical Support

    • A warm, calm presence during the early days • Encouragement, reassurance, and a listening ear • Guidance through emotional ups and downs.

  • Newborn Care Guidance

    • Assistance with diapering, bathing, burping, soothing, and understanding newborn cues • Education on newborn behavior so you feel confident.

  • Feeding Support

    • Breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and pumping guidance • Help troubleshooting common feeding concerns • Creating feeding plans tailored to your goals.

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    Postpartum Recovery Support

    • Rest support and gentle healing tips • Assistance navigating physical hanges after birth.

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    Overnight Support

    • Full nighttime care so parents can rest • Gentle support with night feeds • Keeping baby calm, safe, and omfortable.

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    Sleep & Routine Guidance

    • Teaching age-appropriate sleep habits • Creating gentle, predictable routines • Guidance on understanding newborn sleep patterns.

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    Safe & Comfortable Environment

    • Nursery setup guidance • Safe sleep education • Tips for creating a peaceful home rhythm.

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    Light Household Help

    • Simple chores such as laundry and dishes • Helping create a calm and organized home environment.

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Certificates

  • Postpartum Doula - Childbirth International (CBI)

  • Postpartum Doula - The Newborn Care Training Academy

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  • Newborn Care Specialist — The Newborn Care Training Academy

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  • Newborn Care Specialist – Elevate NCS: The Ultimate Newborn Care Training – Newborn Care Solutions Institute

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  • Pandemic Response Doula Training | Complete Childbirth Education — Let It Be Birth

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  • Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care — Yale University

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  • Newborn Baby Care Specialization — University of Colorado

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  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety — The George Washington University

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  • Sleep Training Consulter|Nap Educator - Summer's Sleep Secrets

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  • Pediatric CPR, AED & First Aid — American Red Cross

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The Voices That Inspire My Work

"Débora is incredibly kind, patient, and nurturing, and she was truly wonderful with my newborn. From the very first day, it was clear that she has a deep and thoughtful understanding of newborn development and milestones—she noticed the little things, anticipated our baby’s needs, and always approached each moment with gentleness and care. Her cheerful and calming presence had a very positive impact on our baby’s mood and overall well-being, bringing warmth, joy, and steadiness into our daily routine. I always felt completely at ease knowing my baby was in her care, as she is attentive, trustworthy, and consistently goes above and beyond. I can wholeheartedly recommend Débora without hesitation and am deeply grateful for the love and expertise she brought to our home."

— Yehui Zhou

“Debora cared for our daughter from the time she was three months old through her first year and a half, and we truly cannot imagine that period without her. She is exceptionally sweet, patient, and nurturing, with a natural gift for caregiving, and she was always deeply attentive to our daughter’s needs—calm, reassuring, and consistently going above and beyond to support her well-being. Debora helped maintain nap routines, prepared nutritious meals, took her on walks, and introduced toys and activities that encouraged learning and development. As first-time parents, we especially appreciated her knowledge and thoughtful guidance through challenges such as colic, gas, teething, and vaccinations. More than a nanny, Debora became a trusted and cherished part of our household, creating a warm and supportive environment in which our daughter thrived. We wholeheartedly recommend her and are confident she will bring the same dedication, compassion, and expertise to any family she supports.”

— Staci Alden

Debora worked with our family for eight months and quickly became a trusted and invaluable part of our household. From the beginning, she demonstrated outstanding childcare skills, particularly in sleep training and establishing a consistent daily routine, and thanks to her patience, expertise, and gentle approach, naps and bedtime became calm, predictable, and significantly improved our child’s well-being and our family’s daily life. She also managed food introduction with great care and knowledge, ensuring meals were nutritious, developmentally appropriate, and enjoyable. What truly set Debora apart was her genuine warmth and creativity—she thoughtfully planned age-appropriate activities that supported our child’s growth, curiosity, and happiness, from arts and crafts to outdoor play and reading. We will truly miss Debora and wholeheartedly recommend her to any family seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated postpartum doula."

— Yuvasri

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Contact
(707)301-9395 deboranavratil@gmail.com

Location
Seattle- Washington 

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