Doula

A Doula is a non-medical support person who works closely with a woman and her partner during the latter stages of pregnancy, during labour and after birth.

My focus is on working towards healthy mothers and babies by developing a relationship based on trust and understanding.

As a mother of four children, and with a background in holistic treatment, my knowledge and experience are geared towards helping woman, especially first time mothers, reduce their anxiety and nervousness before, during and after birth.

Involvement of a doula during pregnancy, labour and in the first few months after birth leads to happier, healthier mothers and babies and minimises the risk of post-natal depression.

I am essentially your assistant during this period – a source of advice, information and support.

The types of things I do include:

• Prepare you and your partner for the awesome journey you are about to undertake
• Help you prepare and plan for the birth
• Support you during labour
• I will help you find out all the information you need to make the pregnancy and labour a positive birth experience
• When procedures or drugs are being considered I will help you become an active part of the decision-making process by helping you to ask the right questions
• Be there for as long as you need me – whether you birth at home or in hospital