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Where does the word “Doula” come from?
The word “Doula” originates from Greece. It was originally used to signify the most important female slave or servant in the ancient Greek household. In addition to her general assistance around the...
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Do I Need a Doula?
In reality, every woman and family can benefit from the practical experience and knowledge base that the right Doula provides. The type and amount of assistance you will need will depend upon your...
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What are the benefits of a Doula?
Women that utilize the experience and wisdom of a Doula repeatedly report feeling much more confident, comfortable and satisfied with the overall birth experience. Women that have worked with a Doula...
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What Type of Doula do I Need?
What type of Doula you want and/or need will depend upon your personal situation, needs and desires. You may find yourself wanting a Doula that has multiple abilities and specializations to cover all...
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Are all Doulas the same?
In addition to deciding what type of Doula you need, another thing to consider is the personality, motivations and characteristics of your potential Doula. It is especially important to find someone...
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Why Won’t my Baby Feed?
There are a number of reasons that could be contributing to a baby not feeding well, or at all. In fact, there are so many different factors that I will work with you personally to find the right...
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Won’t a Doctor Give Me Everything I Need?
The role of Doctor and Doula are completely separate functions. Your doctor’s role is to make sure that both you and the baby are safe from a medical perspective. While this is an important role, the...
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What is the difference between a Doula and a Midwife?
A midwife is primarily concerned with assisting a mother during the birth event itself and is not generally involved much before or beyond that time. A Doula however, can be involved for as much or as...
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Need a Night Nurse?
If you’re looking for a night nurse, I can help. I have a lot of East Coast clients who ask for a night nurse and here on the West Coast we call that a Doula! Having been raised in New York I...
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