A Note About Dads and Doulas
“Thank you so much…
You were right there to help us through each progression
and I feel satisfied with the
results experienced.
We want you to know that you are an awesome Doula
who is very strong and patient in
character.”
-Client 2002
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Doulas are not meant to replace
the father and the unique support he provides. As a doula I work to
facilitate the bonding of women and their partners during the special event
of labor and childbirth by supporting the father as well as the mother.
The presence of a doula often allows the partner to relax and
participate at a level that he is most comfortable with, relieving him of the
pressure and stress of having to know or do it all. A doula allows the
partner to take breaks when and if he needs to, offers suggestions when he doesn’t
know what to do, and helps him to understand what is happening to the mother anatomically and physiologically as labor progresses. Penny Simkin (a founding mother of DONA)
says, "While the doula probably knows more than the partner about birth,
hospitals and maternity care, the partner knows more about the woman's
personality, likes, dislikes and needs. Moreover, he loves the woman more
than anyone else there. The combined combination of partner and doula, along
with a competent, considerate and caring staff gives the woman the best
chance of an optimal outcome." |
For more information or to
schedule your free consultation…
Contact Me:
Alisha H. Wilkes CD
Professional Labor Support (Doula)
ahwilkes@sacredpassagesdoulacare.com