05/24/2026
If you’re not entirely familiar with the role of a doula you might wonder what the hype is all about for only a few hours of birth support 💭 It’s also common for people to confuse doulas for midwives, and vice versa. Let’s clear things up!
A doula does..
✅ Guide you through making a birth plan to open a dialogue about what to expect, your goals, and what information you need to make informed decisions
✅ Use hands on techniques to provide comfort and facilitate labor progression, such as counter pressure or help switching positions
✅ Educate you (and your partner) on all of the most common questions, from timing contractions to diet
✅ Connect you with local experts and resources like support groups, lactation professionals, and more
✅ Provide consistent care even during nursing shift changes to maintain your comfort and familiarity
✅ Respond to questions via call, text, or video to address any concerns, provide emotional support and support
Doulas do not..
❎ Give you outdated or inaccurate information about common perinatal practices and birth
❎ Perform cervical checks, prescribe medication, or deliver the baby
❎ Cast judgment or insist on doing things how we would or have in the past
❎ Try to control the birth process or force outcomes
This list only scratches the surface of some common ways doulas provide guidance and care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! For more details and examples of how birth support can benefit you specifically schedule a discovery call with us through the link in bio! 🌟
