The Greek word "doula" means women caregiver and is nowadays used to describe a professionally trained and experienced labor companion, who provides the pregnant woman and her partner with continuous emotional support, physical comfort and assistance in obtaining information before, during and after childbirth. 

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Unlike the term "delivering a baby", which puts the responsibility onto the medical doctor or midwife, "giving birth" relates to the Mother and her Baby, where it shall naturally be. It is a transformative event and every woman has the right to explore the choices she has at birth, so she forms a memorable experience for her lifetime and the next generations. 

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A doula does not compensate for other staff or the partner on site. She is a complimentary addition, an advocate, trusted yet distant enough to say and do things, nobody else may.  

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During the postpartum time, especially with a first child, a doula supports the new family with all arising questions and situations related to the baby, the mother and the whole family. There will be a need for recovery and sleep, so the doula can take care of the baby for a few hours, watch the other children, cook a meal or manage social responsibilities. 

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I have to keep it short here, but if you would like to learn more, please have a look through the library and contact me for a free conversation. 

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