A Doula is a non-medically trained pregnancy, birth and postpartum support expert whose primary aim is to provide information & resources, comfort & continual support & companionship to you & you partner. They are trained in helping you to understand all about birth, can help you find up-to-date & relevant information & provide non judgmental care - illuminating your options & supporting whichever path you decide is best for you

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There is a wonderful Doula community in Western Australia & you will find one that is just right for you. It is perfectly ok to suss out potential Doulas on your search for the right connection - when you know, you know. You need to feel safe & confident and ensure your needs will be met - want to be supported in the early days when your partner goes back to work? Did you have a traumatic birth first time around and need that constant birth companion to help you and your partner feel focused & calm? Want someone to align your Chakras? There will be a Chakra-Aligning Doula ready to assist! 

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Whilst I don't have the specific skills or cultural background to do anything with your chakras, I have years of experience caring for emerging & new families. As a Mother of 4 and a former Defence Force wife I know the challenges of parenting under pressure & those little things that can make the transition to parenting a smoother and joyful experience. This is why people choose to invest in my services

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HAVING A DOULA?

The evidence is clear - having a Doula by your side can have a huge impact

upon your birth;

• reduction in caesarean rate

•  shorter labour

• reduction in epidural requests

• reduction in oxytocin use

• reduction in analgesia use

• reduction in assisted birth (forceps/vacuum)

• Improved breastfeeding rates

• Decreased incidence of PND

• Greater maternal satisfaction

• Better parent-infant bonding

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What are the benefits of choosing me?

There is a Doula to suit everyone, & no two Doulas are the same! Finding the right Doula all comes down to what is important for you. What makes my service unique?​

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• I have been attending births since 2008 (hundreds!) and have seen it all! I have cared for parents through many different circumstances and carry no judgement - your birth and care is all about your needs and I respect your decisions 

• I have attended Homebirths with CMP and Independent Midwives

• I have had both hospital births and homebirths myself

• I have been a Childbirth Educator since 2011 facilitating hospital based programs, as well as private classes 

• I am an Optimal Maternal Positioning (OMP) Ambassador and am trained to support active labour using movement, acupressure and massage to support baby to find their optimal position for birth and a smoother labour - but also to help you intuitively tap into your own labour flow

• I am a Hypnobirthing Australia Supportive Caregiver

• I have extensive training in breastfeeding support and have overcome many breastfeeding challenges through feeding my own babies. Every experience was different and I am there to support your feeding goals - whatever they may be - whether it be days, weeks, months or years!

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AS YOUR DOULA I WILL NOT;

• I will not perform clinical tasks or observations such as the care you receive from your Midwife, including vaginal exams, fetal heart monitoring, abdominal palpations etc...

• I will not give medical advice or diagnose conditions

• I will not make decisions for you (medical or otherwise) this is YOUR birth

• I won't pressure you to accept or decline treatment, screening or procedures

• I will not take over the role of your partner - I support THEIR involvement and help them, to help you!

• I will not catch your baby

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