Frequently Asked Questions
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The definition of the world doula means someone who serves or to serve. When it comes to the birthing space, a doula is there for information, emotional, and physical support of the birthing person. We do not offer medical support as we are not medical professionals. Doula support looks like evidence based, nonjudgemental, nurturing care that meets the needs of the pregnant person. Examples of this support is helping create individualized birth preferences, comfort measures in labor, and helping transition into your new life with baby.
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Nope! As a Doula we work alongside each and every support person in the birthing space. Your partner is there to support you just as much as we are. That can look like a gentle reminder to give the birthing parent a sip of water or help show the partner how to do hip squeezes. Doulas are added support.
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You can hire a doula in any part of your pregnancy journey. Ideally, in your second trimester. Whether your 8 weeks along or 38 weeks along, a doula can support you at any point.
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A midwife provides medical support and delivers baby. While a doula does not provide medical support but rather provides emotional, physical, and informational support.
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Not at the moment, I do not offer lactation support. However, I’m currently in school to be a certified lactation educator, so I will be offering those services in the near future.
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Not yet. I am in the process of getting accepted to take insurance.
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Each pregnancy and delivery is different and unique. No matter if you are a first-time mom or third time mom, doulas are there to support each birthers unique need. As a doula we can support the family’s need during this big transition.