|
What is a Doula?
The word Doula comes from the Greek and translates to “Mothering the mother”.
A Doula is a woman who helps women and their families through late stage pregnancy, labor, birth and the early postpartum period with the use of physical, emotional and educational support.
There are two different kinds of doulas:
The Birth Doula helps you through pregnancy, labor and delivery with physical and emotional assistance. She is trained and experienced in childbirth education and support, and will be with you for your entire labor and delivery.
The Postpartum Doula will be there when you bring your baby home. She is trained in newborn care as well as breastfeeding, and also gives physical and emotional support during this transition. This is the person who will help take care of you so that you can focus on taking care of your baby.
How We Work With Your Partner
At Touched By An Angel we will work with your partner to help you both to have the birth experience you want. Your Doula is there in addition to your partner, making a perfect support team for and complimenting each other’s strengths. Your loved one plays an essential role in providing support. While we have professional knowledge, your family has intimate knowledge and has an emotional bond with you and your baby. Having a doula present allows the partner to participate at the level you both feel most comfortable with. This helps you both to have a more positive experience. We are there to support mom’s support team as well as supporting mom.
|
