Home Doppler use has increased over the years. With affordable home dopplers available for under $100, many are intrigued by their use. Often used either for reassurance due to concerns over miscarriage or to utilize as a method for bonding. As a doula, you are likely to be asked if home dopplers are safe. Pregnancy […]
Pregnancy Tips For Your Doula Clients
As a doula, you will be asked about everything pregnancy. Here is a quick list of pregnancy tips to help your clients be truly prepared for birth and parenting. We don’t know what we don’t know. So, as a doula, you can help prepare your clients for all things beyond the registry. Most importantly, however, […]
Can Pineapple Start Labor?
Clients frequently ask their doulas many questions. A common question is how to start labor. There are many myths surrounding what might start labor. “Can pineapple start labor?” – a common question doulas hear. So, can pineapple start labor? In short, there is no evidence it helps. Anecdotally, some believe it does. As a doula, […]
Prevent Tearing During Birth – What Doulas Need to Know
One of the most common fears birthing people have is tearing during birth. Many of your clients will want to know ways to prevent tearing during birth. As a doula, you can help support, educate, and reassure them about typical birth. Sometimes tears happen. However, the majority are quite minor and will heal well within […]
Can You Be A Doula While Breastfeeding?
Many people decide to become a doula while growing their families. If you’re a new parent looking to become a doula, it can be hard to figure out how to balance doula work and your family. Can you be a doula while breastfeeding? It can take work and planning, and there are lots of variables, […]
Balancing Doula Work With Kids
Many doulas come to the profession shortly after expanding their family. Maybe you’ve had a positive birth experience and hope to help others have the same. Perhaps you had a difficult birth and want to help others avoid that experience. But how do you balance doula work with kids? It can be a challenge to […]