If a Doula were a drug, it would be unethical not use it. -John H. Kennell MD Here's A small list of common myths surrounding Doulas and the support they provide: Myth: Doulas "Deliver" babies. Fact: The only things Doulas "Deliver" is: unconditional support, passion, strength, love and knowledge. *We leave catching babies to Midwives, Obstetricians, Doctors and the parents! Myth: Doulas Control your birth experience. Fact: Doulas assist mothers and families in taking control of their own experience. Bridging the gap between the expectant parents & their care providers. Advocating for better birth practices, providing the mother and her partner with important resources, knowledge and the skills needed to achieve their desired birth. While Improving birth Outcomes. Doulas will not force their idealized version of a "perfect" birth on…

This started as a homework assignment. After reading through it again a couple of months later, I decided it was blog material too. It is my personal thoughts and feelings on what lead me to where I am now. I decided to tweak it a little and then to share it with all of my readers. A little glimpse inside what it means to be a Doula, to me. I hope you enjoy! I have always been the “sensitive” type; the friend with a shoulder to lean on & a listening ear. The loyal one, the advocate for the underdog & the kind of person that feels deeply. Growing up & just until recently I thought of these traits to be overwhelming & negative. As if they were a flaw…