The word Doula has its origins as an ancient Greek word meaning female servant. Doula has evolved to mean a woman knowledgeable about childbirth and who provides continuous labour support.

A doula is well educated about various medical procedures used in pregnancy and childbirth and can provide information about these before and during the labour and birth.

A doula is trained in how to provide comfort, support, and encouragement to the labouring woman. She helps to include the woman's partner in the birthing experience.

A Doula assists in establishing breastfeeding and can offer some troubleshooting advice.

Two prenatal visits; addressing any concerns, creating a birth plan

24 hour telephone access

Labour and delivery support; continuous support

One postnatal visit; help with breastfeeding, addressing any concerns

As a doula I can help provide emotional and physical support as well as information to help mom and partner make informed decisions.

I do not take the place of the birthing woman's partner but will encourage and support the partner in becoming part of the birthing process.

I offer continuous labour and delivery support. Massage, visualization, and positioning are some of the techniques that I use. I believe in a woman's ability to give birth.