Choosing a birth partner or doula 4 Articles

by Julie Bell

I heard about the Doula concept while I was pregnant with my first baby. I read all I could find on the subject of birth support and doula care. When I found out that there are Doula training courses, I thought, "That's fo...read more

by Mary Paliescheskey

The phone rings in the middle of the night. What time is it? I answer it and try to drag myself from the blanket of sleep. It's my client. She woke up to some contractions. We talk for a while as I slowly wake and answer h...read more

by Hannah Hatt

When in labour, it is crucial that you have the correct birth partner. This needs to be: *Somebody who can keep calm & be a calming influence on yourself. Labour can be emotional & highly charged *Who knows your birth p...read more

by HMS

Supportive, gentle hands rubbed my aching back. The pain lessened to a tolerable numbness. My husband smiled down at me as the contractions faded. I smiled back at him, appreciating his support. I knew he was feel...read more