Doulas of the Southwest

Congratulations!

You are going to be at the birth of a baby! Whether this is your baby, or you are helping as the "coach," you have a great role to play!  You may feel really excited or little nervous as you wonder if you will be able to remember everything that you learned in childbirth class when the big day finally comes.  It is common to experience these feelings.  It may be that you would  welcome some extra help or it could be that you are wondering why a family needs a Doula.

        As Doulas, we understand and honor the special role that dads and partners have during the birth.  We are there to support you and guide you through labor, so that together, we can help mom have the birth she envisions.  Sometimes, there is concern about feeling left out or unneeded if a Doula is there.   Please take heart in knowing that we will be working as a team.  You and the mother will actually help determine the Doula's role as she interacts with your family.   

      Maybe you are coming to the birth because you want to be there for support, but feel squeamish about the process of the birth.  A Doula can help you to work within your comfort zone and be there emotionally for mom. 

       If you are the kind of person who wants to be really involved - you envision cord-cutting and maybe have dreams of actually delivering the baby, then a Doula can show you various ways to be closely involved in the birth process.  Together, your support and the Doula's will mesh, providing well-rounded physical and emotional support for mom.

"She not only makes the mother-to-be comfortable, but helps balance the emotions and excitement that the father is feeling as well. This balance includes helping guide the inexperienced, and often clueless father-to-be in understanding what their partners are going through and how to help."  - Jesse H. ~

Photograph by Sarah Perry Photography.