Having a birth doula means you are not on your own, as you navigate any uncertainty, decisions or change that can be part of the end of pregnancy, as well as your labour. #worlddoulaweek With consultations, digital guides and courses, my practice is here for you every step of the way. You can also become a member for exclusive content, discussion and a place to ask questions. Working with parents since 2002 Copyright: Janine Smith
Using a birth doula can give you ongoing and consistent support at the end of your pregnancy, as well as during labour, which complements the medical care you receive from the midwifery team. #worlddoulaweek With consultations, digital guides and courses, my practice is here for you every step of the way. You can also become a member for exclusive content, discussion and a place to ask questions. Working with parents since 2002 Copyright: Janine Smith
Using a birth doula for practical and emotional support at the end of pregnancy and throughout labour/birth can mean you feel more secure, informed, calmer and able. #worlddoulaweek With consultations, digital guides and courses, my practice is here for you every step of the way. You can also become a member for exclusive content, discussion and a place to ask questions. Working with parents since 2002 Copyright: Janine Smith
When you have a new baby, try not to expect too much of yourself or of your baby. It can be really easy to think that your baby should be capable of sleeping for longer, of self-settling, going longer between feeds – so it makes a difference to know more about how babies work so you know what it is normal about baby behaviour. It can also be easy to feel that you should know what to do with your baby, that you can do everything without help and manage the nights as well as the days. Be supported and looked after. . With consultations, digital guides and courses, my practice is here for you every step of the way. You can also become a member for exclusive content, discussion and a place to ask questions. Working with parents since 2002 Copyright: Janine Smith
It’s important to remember that labours are not the same – an induced labour is not the same as a waterbirth, labour with a second baby is not the same as a first labour, labour with a back-to-back baby is not the same as a labour with a baby in a better position. Labour is unique to you and your baby so it makes a difference to prepare for your individual circumstances. With consultations, digital guides and courses, my practice is here for you every step of the way. You can also become a member for exclusive content, discussion and a place to ask questions. Working with parents since 2002 Copyright: Janine Smith