Do I really need a doula?
Yes! Having a doula will give you the opportunity to focus on you, your labor/birth, and your baby. Your doula will be able to allow you and your partner to relax after working through things that come up both physically and emotionally during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Your doula will ensure that the birthing environment is respected by all who enter. In the end, the hope is that we have done all that we can to ensure that you remain well informed, supported, and empowered.
FAQs
What Is a doula?
A doula is a non medical provider that focuses on providing physical, emotional and informational support throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum to the birthing person and partner.
Does my doula replace my Midwife, Doctor or Partner?
No. Both a midwife and doctor have undergone training from a medical institution that allows them to provide medical care, such as vaginal exams, and monitoring fetal heart rate, to the birthing person and the ability to deliver your baby. Your doula is will be able to provide continuous labor support when they can not. Your doula will also support and work alongside your partner. Working closely with your doula will allow your partner to feel comforted in knowing that they can relax and share in the birth experience with you.
How will my doula support me?
Your doula will provide education to help empower you to advocate for yourself. Your doula will also provide physical support through utilizing comfort measures and relaxation techniques to that will help you during labor and birth. We will also provide emotional support as you journey into Mamahood.
Is there anything my doula can’t do?
Your doula can not catch your baby, perform medical procedures, or make decisions for you and your partner. Although we can not make decisions for you, we will make sure you have the tips and tools to advocate for yourself and assist in amplifying your voice.
Why is it important to also add a lactation professional to my Birth Dream Team?
Breastfeeding may be a natural process but we need to normalize the narrative around the fact that it is not always easy. It is important, as with any other stage during this journey, to be well informed on what can happen and what is important to know before going into the hospital to have your baby. Building a relationship with a lactation professional will impact the success and initiation rate of breastfeeding as well as make you feel confident and empowered in your decisions on how you will feed your baby.