Doula's and Dad's/Partners
How does a doula and a father/partner work together?
It is important to discuss how doulas can improve the fathers experience as well.
- Doulas encourage the father to comfort the laboring mother in ways maybe he was not aware of.
-Doulas can remind him of things that the couple may have learned together in childbirth classes.
- We encourage the bond between the two people that love one another.
- I am there to help the father feel comfortable in stepping away for a drink, a bathroom break, or a bite to eat.
- He can ask me questions regarding her labor and what may be going on.
- He can ask me to interpret something that a medical staff member may have said.
Message from a Dad- "Justine was a great support system not only for my wife, but for myself as well. Throughout the labor process she continually taught me different ways to comfort and encourage Alyssa. She helped create a calm environment that prevented the whole experience from becoming overwhelming. We couldn’t have asked for a better doula, we recommend her to any couple as she helps both the mother and father have the best birth experience possible."
- Doulas encourage the father to comfort the laboring mother in ways maybe he was not aware of.
-Doulas can remind him of things that the couple may have learned together in childbirth classes.
- We encourage the bond between the two people that love one another.
- I am there to help the father feel comfortable in stepping away for a drink, a bathroom break, or a bite to eat.
- He can ask me questions regarding her labor and what may be going on.
- He can ask me to interpret something that a medical staff member may have said.
Message from a Dad- "Justine was a great support system not only for my wife, but for myself as well. Throughout the labor process she continually taught me different ways to comfort and encourage Alyssa. She helped create a calm environment that prevented the whole experience from becoming overwhelming. We couldn’t have asked for a better doula, we recommend her to any couple as she helps both the mother and father have the best birth experience possible."