I find it so interesting to see the wide array of reactions when the topic of doulas comes up in coversation. For me this topic certainly comes up more often now as I am on the path of certification with DONA to become a Doula. It's as the saying goes... once you bring awareness to something- it's everywhere! Pregnanant woman, girlfirends, clients, mothers- they surround me. I find as being new in my doula training role I walk the line of being an advocate and educator of my trade but also reserved to those opinions around me. I try to find that common ground or detail that could open the door into sharing a glimpse into the doula role. Ultimately, my goal is to provide all women with the opportunity to have knowledge of options and constant support throughout pregnancy, during labor and after birth.
When I ask women to share their most memorable times of their life, having children and parenthood is always at the top of the list. There are a lot of women who give up their jobs, careers, schooling, friends and dreams to stay at home and raise their children. Women plan their lives to become mothers and to have families. Typically, I do not hear alot of these memorable moments starting with the birth story of their child. Of course, that grand finale regardless of how you got there is always that teary-eyed, flash memory you could never forget and love to share but why not make the entire pregnancy and birth journey part of those empowering momemts of your life.
To have a doula by your side simple means continuous support. And to answer my question- continuous support is a necessity. When I think of luxury, I think of Gucci handbags and Versace sunglasses!
Take a look at this quick link which will lay down the facts, stats and positive outcomes to having a doula at your birth. Keep it real, keep it simple! :)
http://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/
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