10 reasons every woman deserves to have a doula when they give birth

Written By Jess Carr-Walker

Research shows that having a doula typically leads to more positive experiences of birth and early parenting.

What is a doula?

For those of you who haven’t heard of the word doula, let me explain it to you.

Doula means ‘women’s servant’ in Greek. Doulas are professionally trained and experienced in childbirth and aim to help mothers and families to have a memorable and positive experience.

As a childbirth professional, a doula will provide educational, emotional and physical support to expecting mums and families during pregnancy, birth and beyond.

  • Ensuring they have a positive and empowering birth experience

  • Understanding their birth options and gaining confidence around labour and birth

  • Finding an advocate to help communicate birth preferences with healthcare providers

  • Feeling supported throughout pregnancy, labour, and early postpartum period

Jess Carr-Walker
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