• A doula who will tailor her skills, knowledge and experience to your particular needs and circumstances so that you are getting a bespoke package of care tailor made for you and your family.

• A doula who regularly attends study days, extra training and personal development courses to stay up to date with current evidence, personal knowledge and skills.

• A doula who is there for you every step of the way from your first meeting and right through your early parenting journey.

• A doula who can help you to debrief your birth experiences, without bias or judgement

• A doula who can help you navigate your new role as a parent

• A doula who will help you make time for self care

• A doula who will help your partner and family to understand their roles

• A doula who brings the whole family together to enjoy the precious early weeks and months

• A doula who is your listening ear, giving you the time you need to process your thoughts

• A doula who can provide you with evidence based information on infant feeding (breast or bottle) and support you with all aspects

• A doula who is trained in areas such as colic and reflux and can assist in ways to comfort your baby(s)

• A doula who is a constant CALM presence, allowing their calm to radiate out to everyone in your home

• A doula who can help with infant sleep, including evidence based information on normal sleep behaviours and safety guidelines for all methods of sleep.

• A doula who can help you feel comfortable with baby wearing, choosing the correct sling and how to use it!

• A doula who can refer you to trusted specialists and health care professionals in all areas (such as reflexology, osteopaths, cranio, IBCLC Lactation Consultant, Counsellors, Tongue Tie release, Baby massage, and much much more)

• A doula who can provide you with details on local peer support groups, and who can accompany you to them if you wish.

• A doula who will cook nutritious meals and snacks for the whole family

• A doula who will help you learn easy ways for infant care, such as bathing, dressing, soothing, feeding. Your doula will help you to find the best way to make these work for you

• A doula who will care for your baby(s) and older children so you can catch up on sleep

• A doula who will be thoughtful and caring

• A doula who will provide evidence based information on recovery after birth, physical and emotional and where to get help if required

• A doula who can help you with household organisation, including laundry, grocery shopping, errands, tidying and much more.

• A doula who will provide helpful documents on areas of interest

• A doula who will always be mindful of your normal moods and will chat to you if they feel perhaps extra support could be helpful (such as counselling or a visit to your GP) This is always done in a supportive and caring manor

• A doula who will get to know your support system and help them in their own roles

• A doula who is your friendly face every visit and who consciously tries to brighten up your day

• A doula who will provide fun and joy, such as helping you decide what to wear for coffee out with friends, doing a fashion show in the kitchen and having a laugh

• A doula who will be company on long days or nights, sitting with you and offering support.

• A doula who will accompany you out on walks or trips out

• A doula who keeps all information shared in the strictest of confidence

• A doula who is flexible and meets you where you are at each day

• A doula who has drive, passion and common sense and looks for what will be the most helpful thing to do in the moment (be it practical, physical or emotional support)

• A doula who will mother the mother, minding you so you can care for your baby

• A doula who will enhance your confidence and your partners confidence in your parenting roles

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