“As a family physician who herself delivered babies
during residency, it was very different to be on the other end of the delivery.
Mostly you review/relive deliveries that were traumatic or complicated, over
think every aspect of your own delivery and feel things that don’t get
explained to you because ‘you’re expected to already understand.’ My doula,
Elizabeth, was my advocate—she saw me as a mother, not a physician, and always
made sure the hospital staff saw me that way too.”
— Dr. Rannette S.
“Christina has a peaceful wisdom and calming influence
about her. I immediately felt at ease when she arrived. She held my hand and offered
me encouragement during my entire labor. I am convinced that my labor was much
shorter due to her soothing encouragement.”
— April B.
“Having someone to keep me focused on the task at hands
and to use the knowledge and tool provided for a positive and drug free
birth.”
— Michele L.
“Hearing my doula's words of encouragement during transition and pushing, when I was feeling very freaked out and out of control, was helpful. Having someone who was focused, besides my husband, on helping me get through was much appreciated.”
“(My doula provided) infant care instruction and time
for rest and sleeping. She was also a great source of information as I am a
first time mom. I felt very comfortable talking about anything. This was very
important to me.”
— Shelley P.