What did you doula do for you?

[Leeal]

I had a fantastic doula for the recent birth of our daughter in July.

Prior to the labour she met with us twice, gave us information and support, she kept in regular contact in the weeks leading up to EDD and boosted my confidence when it wained.

I had a 24 hour labour, along with a 2 day strong pre-labour. The doula enabled my partner to take breaks and he even had a 2 hour sleep while I had a bath! She gave practical (massage, hot packs, drinks, food, conversation, positioning, trying to keep me comfortable)and emotional support throughout.

A couple of weeks after the birth she visited and we debriefed, which was invaluable as my memory was hazy and my feelings about the birth were complex(as I ended up being a forceps delivery).

We would highly recommend to anyone considering having a doula to do so.

[PinkPalace]

tobily - thanks for that! it is nice to here positive reports about redlands when all you hear on forums is the bad things!

Christy! i wonder if they will let me take her along to appointments... shouldnt be a reason why not hey?

Leeal - sounds like your doula made a world of difference

I am looking forard to our meeting on saturday