FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a Doula?

a professional, trained in childbirth
a professional, who provides emotional and physical support
a professional who provides information during pregnancy and throughtout labour
the doula's role is to help the couple have a safe, memorable and empowering birthing experience.

The word doula is an old Greek word which means woman servant and usually referring to the labour doula.

Types of Doulas?

What is the role of a Doula?

provide information during pregnancy and the baby's arrival
provides prenatal education and childbirth preparation
assist in the preparation of a realistic birth plan
provides telephone contact 24/7...
provides friendly ear to listen to any concerns and to answer any questions you may have

How does a Doula help during the labour and delivery process?

What if my doctor doesn't like Doulas?

Despite the well-documented health and emotional benefits of continuous labour support by a non-medical, unrelated person, some doctors don't like Doulas. This is very rare and most likely due to the doctor not understanding a Doula's role and scope of practice. If you want Doula support during your labour and your doctor does not seem supportive of Doulas, ask your Doula to provide you with a handout explaining what it is that Doulas do.