You’ve looked into it and are undecided. You love the idea of a Doula. They sound like a modern day Mary Poppins! When I’m working with a family and they are unsure about a decision they need to make...
You and I see it all the time. "Hi, my name is _____ and I am a doula. My birth philosophy is...
Doulas. We are the doers. We move toward the ones who are scared, hurting, stressed. We move toward the lonely, the discouraged, as well as the joyful. We do not insist that all things be in harmony at once, though strive for this perfection when...
Ready for Part Two? We are continuing to offer insight into the foundations of your Doulas Northwest team of Doulas. Who are we? What’s the big deal with our team? What sets us apart? As mentioned in Part One, the team model behind Doulas Northwest serves to...
There are a lot of catchy phrases out there. So many companies, brands, ideas that are known and recognized by a single phrase. Just Do It. I’m Lovin’ It. Don’t Worry, Be Happy. Taglines and branded phrases eventually become what is familiar. And what becomes familiar lends to...
Recently, when the photo of a patient’s hospital bill went viral, an interesting, but troubling thing happened. In a matter of hours: natural birth activists, breastfeeding activists, doulas and other individuals began the shaming of hospitals and doctors, labelling the whole lot as “evil”. What...
Let's dissect the idea of 'empowerment' for a moment. This commonly used word is often misunderstood, as is its role within the doula/client relationship. Doulas: Do you feel that you "empower" your clients or that you offer support as your clients empower themselves? Clients: How do you feel...