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About Doulas
Will a doula replace my partner?
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my partner will feel excluded if a doula is
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Some partners are concerned they may be sidelined or replaced by the
doula during labour. The dads we've worked with say
different! They report afterwards that they:
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found ParentLink doulas especially
respectful of a couple's need for privacy and time and space
together
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were
reassured by having an experienced supporter
available who is professionally trained and understands the
process of birth
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felt personally reassured, and therefore able to participate more
actively during the labour
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appreciated having a doula to ask questions about the progress of
labour, or what was happening – or anything else!
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relaxed
more easily and were
then able to support their partners emotionally,
knowing that they themselves had someone to support them when needed;
birth is a journey for the father as well as the mother, and many
fathers appreciate the "breathing space" having another support
person can provide
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were happy to have someone to share the physical work of supporting
labour – preparing food and drinks, giving massages, warming heat
packs, and so on – more than enough work for two persons!
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The bottom line is that this is your birth, and
you can have support in whatever way you need!
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See also:
why hire a labour supporter (doula)?
how much does it cost?
top
10 reasons to choose a ParentLink labour supporter (doula)
can I meet you before I decide?
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