What Is A Doula
A doula (pronounced doo – la) is a birth companion/keeper supporting and serving women through conception, pregnancy, childbirth, early parenting, miscarriage, induced abortion or stillbirth. The word is carried with the meaning to ‘serve’.
Our role has many branches, from simple acts of listening to ensuring you have all the tools, information and confidence you need to have the birth you desire. Doulas have been around for centuries, with some concepts relating to ‘Granny Midwives’ who were central to healthcare during segregation, providing healing and holistic birth support in their communities until the 20th Century.
The role of ‘mothering the mother’ would automatically be allocated to the older women in the family, such as grandmas, who would also use holistic and traditional techniques to support overall well-being. Modern-day doulas continue this legacy of holistic support.
How do we 'serve' you?
We use traditional, holistic informative approaches to serving our women and families on their journey through emotional, practical and educational support.
- What does that look like?