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post #21 of 31
11/7/08 at 10:53pm
I did a Google search for "doula" + my area. I also got recommendations from LLL. You might also see if there is a local Attachment Parenting group you could get in with.
post #22 of 31
11/8/08 at 9:54am
Another group that seems to get passed up is CAPPA.net CAPPA is an amazing group to find doulas, CBEs, and lactation help, as well as to find training all over the country, both at home and distance. They have a spot on their site for searching their members too.
post #23 of 31
11/8/08 at 9:11pm
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Originally Posted by herwitsend View Post
ALACE.org :

I preferred someone who was more my mom's age rather than a peer. It felt like what I needed during pregnancy and that instinct was right on during labor!
I think you really have to go with your gut to some extent. Of course there are tons of questions to ask and you have to make sure that your doula will be able to support you with your birth intentions, but you also have to click. The first doula I interviewed was nice and experienced but I felt like I overpowered her in some way. And if I felt like that just chatting, how would it be in labour??? I ended up with someone young and hip with tattoos who had a strong personality and was strong physically (I am large and I thought "what if I need help getting up off of the toilet or something and I put the doula's back out?"). I have heard that if there was a drug available that offered all of the benefits that having a doula does, it would be unethical to not give that drug to labouring women. I am so so so pro-doula. Not pg at the moment (wish I was!!)
post #24 of 31
11/9/08 at 12:34am
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I did a Google search for "doula" + my area. I also got recommendations from LLL. You might also see if there is a local Attachment Parenting group you could get in with.
That's good news for me- I'm third down (the first being DONA). :

I really think I need to start going to LLL meetings....
post #25 of 31
11/9/08 at 12:34am
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I have heard that if there was a drug available that offered all of the benefits that having a doula does, it would be unethical to not give that drug to labouring women. I am so so so pro-doula. Not pg at the moment (wish I was!!)
I like you...
post #26 of 31
11/9/08 at 1:39am
My friend is a doula and offered.

What is the going rate for a doula?
post #27 of 31
11/9/08 at 3:39am
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Originally Posted by Doula Dani View Post
A doula helps you cope through labor. Where a midwife or a doctor will help you with the clinical side of things, a doula is going to help you with the emotional side of things. She will assist you in preparing for the sort of birth you want to have and help you achieve it. I don't think I know anyone who regrets having one, and I think if you can get one for free I'd go for it!!!!
Although I think doulas are wonderful and I'm considering being one when my children are older....I just want to say that both of my midwives have covered the aspect of emotional support during labor and birth.
post #28 of 31
11/9/08 at 5:33pm
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Although I think doulas are wonderful and I'm considering being one when my children are older....I just want to say that both of my midwives have covered the aspect of emotional support during labor and birth.
That is so cool. Most midwives are more helpful on the emotional side of things then Dr's (generally). I suppose the difference is their focus is clinical with emotions on the side, and a doula will focus solely on how you're coping, yk?

For me in particular, I also offer childbirth photography, so if someone is coping very well alone, I can step back and do photos.
post #29 of 31
11/9/08 at 5:45pm
^ well, they were also homebirth midwives so that may have made a difference. Your photo skills are great and I? think your fee is a steal for what you offer.
post #30 of 31
11/9/08 at 9:37pm
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Originally Posted by Doula Dani View Post
Can I ask how you found her?

(I hope this is ok to post here mods- just let me know if this isn't).


I want to make sure I'm covering all of my bases and not missing any fabulous ideas.
Ours is affiliated with a local natural birthing/pregnancy massage/birth education center.

We chose her becuase out of everyone we talked to she clicked the most with us. We love her!
post #31 of 31
11/9/08 at 11:38pm
Moved to WAHP Well.
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