Often, when people ask me what I do and I say "I'm a birth Doula" all I get is a blank stare. Then I get the privilege of telling them all the amazing ways a Doula can help a women giving birth. Since you're here reading this, I'm going to assume someone else has at least mentioned Doulas to you. Maybe you'd like to know some more details?
There are a few different kinds of Doulas but all have the same goal: to support and encourage mothers. Becoming a Mother (whether your first time or your 5th) is such a momentous moment in a women's life. Doula's make it their priority to make this time as positive and special as possible. A Birth Doula is there to be a constant companion during labor. She gives the expectant mother and her partner emotional, physical and informational support throughout pregnancy, delivery and early postpartem.