I have to agree with Ren - thanks for posting this, I'm just like her, undecided as to who to have at my labour.

My sister had a fantastic MW, but she only came on duty at 2pm and with her help my niece was born at about 4.45pm. I think if she hadn't been there, my sister's outcome may have been different. And as you say they aren't all great...

I think I will talk to my Obs about this. See what she thinks about doulas. I know I want DH and I was thinking about having my mum too - but neither of them brings the experience that a doula does, in knowing when to walk, when to sit, when to rock, when to shower, etc. Or suggestions on how to move bubba if she gets stuck.

Thanks Leasha, for giving me something to think about.

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