If you feel it would be helpful to have someone nearby who can help advocate for you and nurture you through stressful moments, consider hiring a doula. A doula does not take the place of your husband or other close companion, but provides her own special services. She can help you avoid some pitfalls and interventions by suggesting alternatives, and providing physical and emotional comfort.
A doula is someone you can engage well before the birth or just at the end. You should allow time to get to know each other. The doula is ideally someone you trust, someone reliable, knowledgable, and someone who will be proactive but unobtrusive. Best to check references with her prior clients, and don't be afraid to switch doulas late in the game if you aren't comfortable.
Learn more here:
Doula Organization
Monday, April 6, 2009
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