What is a doula?

“If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it.” — Dr. John Kennell

I love being a doula. Yet, before my sister's pregnancy, I never had heard of one. 

So often, people mistake doulas for midwives or believe that doulas eclipse the vital role a woman's partner plays in labor and delivery. 

I recently wrote an article entitled, "Celebrating Doulas" for the Holistic Parenting Magazine.

Take a moment to read through this. That way the next time someone asks you, "What is a doula?" you'll be able to answer clearly and confidently. 

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Twenty-five leading birth professionals interviewed -- I'm grateful to be included!

Are you interested in reflecting more deeply upon the status of birth in America? 

If so, sign up to watch interviews with 25 leading birth professionals (including Ina May Gaskin, Penny Simkin, and Dr. Sarah Buckley). These interviews will be aired for free beginning in nine days. 

I'm grateful and honored to be included in the mix. So you can sign up to watch me speak about the importance of mindful breathing in labor (and life) too. 

This is an excellent resource for doulas, parents, and birth workers everywhere. 

Feel free to share this information far and wide.  

Register here