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Archives for March 2018

Well-meaning advice – how helpful is it? A video blog

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Sophie’s sharing a story she’s read on a public forum from a Mum whose family are telling her to stop breastfeeding.  How can doulas help when friends and family members are wading in, often given unsolicited and non evidence-based advice?

Do come back to us with your thoughts and questions – info@nurturingbirth.co.uk
Click here to watch Sophie’s video blog on Breastfeeding Support and preparing antenatally for feeding.

Can I be a doula if …? A video blog

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Sophie explores some of the questions that we are regularly asked by prospective doulas, such as can I be a doula if I haven’t had children?

If you have any further questions then don’t hesitate to call us on +44 1299871091 or email us on info@nurturingbirth.co.uk.  We have a busy Facebook feed and aim to host Live sessions on a monthly basis, so ping us any questions.  Click here for our FB page.

Click here for Sophie’s video on choosing a doula course

Unrealistic expectations – instant bonding and size 6 jeans – a video blog

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Sophie talks about how we can set ourselves, with the media’s help, unrealistic expectations when we become parents, which can in turn promote anxiety, feelings of dissatisfaction or self doubt.

Click here to watch Sophie’s video on preparing for having a baby in your life
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Contact us on info@nurturingbirth.co.uk

The value of doulas – a video blog

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Sophie challenges a GP’s recent assertions that doulas charge “extortionate prices”.  She considers the value of doula support, how it breaks down and how doulas can actually end up saving you money!

Click here to read Nurturing Birth doula Paula Cleary’s response to the same article in the BJGP.
Click here to read Father and Comedian James Mullinger’s article on having a doula at the birth of his children.
Contact us on info@nurturingbirth.co.uk if you have any questions about doulas
Visit the Nurturing Birth Directory to find a doula in your area!