Congratulations on your pregnancy!!
NOW WHAT?? Now you must focus on enjoying as much of the pregnancy as you can. As an expecting parent, it is normal to be overwhelmed by the rush of emotions, concerns, fears, and excitement for the birth. Below is an introduction to what I do as a labor and birth doula in order to help you decide on whether you would like to hire me as a doula.
What is a doula?
Doula is greek for “woman caregiver”. According to DONA International (the organization that certifies doulas), doula is defined as someone who is a trained and experienced labor companion who provides the woman and her husband or partner continuous emotional support, physical comfort and assistance in obtaining information before, during and just after childbirth.
Why a doula?
If this is the first time you've heard of a doula and labor support or your multiple time hearing about a doula, you might be thinking that you don't need additional support or that your partner's support will be just enough. And though you may be right and your confidence is very much valid, each birth is uncertain and brings up various unknown possibilities. Additional support may ease the many concerns both you and your partner have so that you can both focus on having an enjoyable and memorable birth experience.
What being a doula means to me
As a doula, I personally see myself in the role of making sure the birth experience is as comfortable as it can be. I essentially see myself as an advocate for the mother – someone who is informative so the mother is able to make her own choices. I view birth as a deeply emotional and unique experience for all those involved. My goal as a doula is to make the birth the way the mother wants her experience to be without making the decisions for her. I believe that every woman has the ability and the power to give birth to her own accord. I am only there beside her to aid her, guide her, and encourage her.
If you would like to learn more, please visit the other pages on my site. If you have additional questions and would like to contact me, please email me at [email protected]
If you would like to learn more, please visit the other pages on my site. If you have additional questions and would like to contact me, please email me at [email protected]