What Doulas Do

What Does a Doula Do? 

Doulas are a resource of informational, emotional and physical support for birthing persons and parent(s)/guardian(s) of newborns. 

Informational support is based on research and evidence provided by reputable resources. (Check out Evidence Based Birth for peer reviewed articles!)

 Doulas are aware of local resources and have studied, trained and/or certified in the field of birthwork.

Emotional support is practiced with mindfulness techniques and are often very helpful during this time of transition. Let’s face it, many mothers and birthing people feel forgotten once the baby arrives. Doulas do not forget the birthing person or parent once baby(s) arrive on the scene. We see you and hear you, we provide judgment free companionship during this time.  

Physical support may include hip squeezes, acupressure, or hands off (providing food or water) during labor. Postpartum support often involves light house cleaning, food preparation, and helping care for babies.

Doulas and Maternal Support Practitioners work to empower their clients and provide non-judgemental companionship. This could be during pregnancy, in the delivery room, at home births, for postpartum support, or at appointments anywhere in the process.

Each doula or practitioner may have different training/certification(s) and services they offer. This includes training for fertility (ex. during IVF), pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support. 

Doulas do not provide medical care and can not replace a nurse, doctor or midwife. An intake appointment is a great opportunity to chat and ask your potential doula questions. 

Certifications range from lactation to loss, so talk with potential doulas to see if they are the right fit for you! 

Roseanna B

Drumming Doula Services