FAQ’s

A Birth Doula is a trained birth professional that meets with clients during pregnancy to help plan and prepare, both physically and mentally, for the birthing process. Birth Doulas attend their client’s birth, empowering them to advocate for their birthing preferences, physical pain management, incorporate comfort measures established with their client, and so much more, including total family support.

A Postpartum Doula meets with clients in the early days to months after giving birth, offering postpartum recovery support as well as newborn care support. Overnight shifts are one of the most invaluable services a Postpartum Doula can offer as this allows the birthing parent and the support parent to recover and ease into the transition from pregnancy to postpartum.

Midwives are trained healthcare professionals who provide medical care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They can perform medical exams, order tests, and fully deliver a baby. Doulas, on the other hand, are non-medical professionals who offer emotional, physical, and informational support to expectant mothers before, during, and after childbirth. While midwives focus on medical aspects, doulas focus on the emotional and physical well-being of the mother, offering guidance and comfort throughout the birthing process without providing medical interventions.

Yes! During Postpartum training we learn different techniques, common feeding issues, proper latch, comfort measures for you & baby, pumping, and so much more. We also know when to refer you to a lactation consultant or your medical care provider, if your needs are out of our scope of practice.

Absolutely! Doulas are trained to support ALL types of births, not just unmedicated births or home births. Regardless of any medical interventions, mothers & parents need emotional and physical support during this remarkable experience.

Although Doulas are trained and capable of providing support during a cesarean, this will ultimately depend on the hospital you are attending. Some hospitals will allow Doulas in the operating room & some will only allow one support person in the room at a time. Regardless, support can be given during the entire process outside of the operating room.