Why would having a doula be beneficial?
After being with women in East Africa and all throughout Asia as they birthed their babies, I can say with confidence: no matter where you …
Birth Doula Training
How does fear affect labour and birth?
It is human nature to have fear, and it is very common for women to experience fear around birth. After all what you see on …
Book Review – Your Baby, Your Birth
“Your Baby, Your Birth” written by Hollie De Cruz Book review by Emma Furner (Doula) Introduction: “Your Baby, Your Birth” by Hollie De Cruz is …
Water Birth: A Safe Way to Birth Your Baby
Written by Perth Doula Sarah Del Borrello, Mother Mother Doula Water Birth: an Overview A water birth refers to a birth where a woman labours …
When, What, How and Why? – How to deal with Anxiety during pregnancy, birth and beyond.
You’re pregnant… now what? You are on a journey to motherhood, and this is an amazingly beautiful time in your life! You celebrate your news …
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What is the difference between doulas and midwives?
These are two very different occupations, and it is important that the community understand the two roles and the scope of practice of the doula. …
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Navigating the Journey of Childbirth: 10 Ways to Prepare for Labour, Birth & Postpartum
Bringing a new life into the world is an exciting and transformative experience. Now more than ever, we recognise the importance of being well prepared …
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Early Inductions and Caesareans
I’m sure you’ve noticed that there is a growing trend of planned early births between the weeks of 36-38, whether by planned induction or planned …
Book Review – Life After Birth
Book review – ‘Life After Birth’ by Jessica Prescott & Vaughn Geary Written by Vanessa Barnard, Illoura Birth. Postpartum is a time that is often …
Book Review – Reclaiming Childbirth as a Rite of Passage
Reclaiming Childbirth as a Rite of Passage written by Dr Rachel Reed Book Review written by Perth Doula Michelle McKechnie Dr Rachel Reid captured my …
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