In amidst the joy of seeing a new family together earlier this week there was a moment that jarred for me, the question put to Harry and Meghan about whether their baby was “good”. It’s one that crops up a lot and it begs a question … is there such a thing as a bad…
Training to be a Doula
Doulas, birth, home and love
This article, written by Sophie Brigstocke, first appeared in the Journal of Holistic Healthcare, Summer 2017 How many lightbulb moments can you remember in your life? Those moments when suddenly everything slots in to place, those jigsaw pieces re-arrange themselves and you see the whole picture for the first time. I see the same “eureka” moment happening…
Can I be a doula if …? A video blog
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? (Spoiler alert: YES you can!) If you have any further questions about training to be a doula then don’t hesitate to contact us through the Nurturing Birth website. We…
From Midwife to Doula – Christine Duffill
Former Midwife Christine Duffill came on our Nurturing Birth Doula Preparation course in 2017. In this piece she reflects on the challenges facing her in transitioning to a different role in the birth world. As a former midwife there are colleagues who would argue that it wasn’t necessary for me to train as a doula,…
The challenges of being a doula – a video blog
There are some aspects of being a doula which are really hard. It’s the best job in the world, with experiences which are just wonderful. However, sometimes it’s tough – so what are the challenges of being a doula – and let’s raise a glass to those amazing doulas out there! “I love doulaing with…
Choosing a doula course – a video blog
Is 2018 the year you decide to become a doula? Do you finally have the time and energy to take a preparation course? In this video Sophie suggests some questions to help you decide which doula course is right for you. To find out more about the Nurturing Birth course visit the Doula Course page,…