Going To Be Having A Baby Alone? Get A Doula And Prepare For Birth Today
Getting the news that you are pregnant can be a life-changing surprise, but if you are getting this news on your own and you will be going through the pregnancy and birth alone, you may want to hire a doula. A doula is a professional that has had training in the study of obstetrics and childbirth, and they will help you through the labor process. Here are a few reasons why this may be a great person to have in the room with you.
You Want a Support System
If you are looking for a support system and someone who will be by your side as you bring another life into the world, the doula will be there to help. The doula will coach you to get through the contractions and when it's time to push and will help you in the time immediately following the birth when there is a lot going on. You don't have to be alone, and you can have a trained professional as a caring coach during your time of need.
Natural Child Birth Is Important to You
The doula will be there to help you get through your birth naturally if that is what you wish. They will prep you before the birth on the natural options to help speed up the process and to help get the baby to drop, and they can help you express your wishes if the labor gets complicated. You and the doula will create a birth plan together, so the moment you go to the hospital or delivery center, you both know what is ahead of you.
You Need Someone Reliable
The doula will be there at any time when you go into labor. If you are trying to rely on a friend or family member, it may be difficult if you go into labor while they are at work or in the middle of the night. When you interview doulas, ask them the following things:
- Outlook on natural child birth options
- Years of experience
- Training background
- Past patient reviews
When you are paying for someone's services, you want to feel confident in their abilities and feel secure that they will be there when the time comes.
There are times when, for medical reasons, you can't have a natural birth. Be sure to talk with your doula about this as well, so you have a backup plan if you need a c-section or more action needs to be taken.
Contact local doula program services to learn more.
