OHbaby! Forums : Anyone using a Doula? https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:54:49 +0000 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:22:03 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=36272 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : jacobsmummy - let me know if you...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1314449&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1314449 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 28 April 2011 at 2:22pm

jacobsmummy - let me know if you need any further info - else PM me :)]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:22:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1314449&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1314449 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Cool il have a look at them :)...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1286633&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1286633 Author: jacobsmummy
Subject: 36272
Posted: 16 March 2011 at 5:03pm

Cool il have a look at them :) ]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:03:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1286633&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1286633 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : You can try Childbirth International...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1217787&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1217787 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 10 December 2010 at 8:53pm

You can try Childbirth International or Optimum Childbirth - jacobsmummy :)]]> Fri, 10 Dec 2010 20:53:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1217787&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1217787 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : ive never used a doula, but we...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1206370&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1206370 Author: jacobsmummy
Subject: 36272
Posted: 23 November 2010 at 4:33pm

ive never used a doula, but we had a cbe student for my 2nd pregnancy, but she didnt make it the birth because isabella arrived at 31wks in the early hours because i had a placenta apurbtion and needded a c-section straight away.
Think my mw rang her later cos my cbe student rang me to see how i was etc.
She did get to go to a antnatal vist and got to go to a scan, it was neat to be able to share my pregnancy with a birth support person, also hubby was there too.

Id been keen on doula training, i googled on the net doula and it come up with birth and postnatal ones. ]]> Tue, 23 Nov 2010 16:33:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1206370&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1206370 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Mybeautiful3, thanks for adding...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1183554&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1183554 Author: Madiandmini
Subject: 36272
Posted: 23 October 2010 at 8:34am

Mybeautiful3, thanks for adding that. Its really neat to hear a perspective of the job and to know that you do fit in around the NZ midwifery care.
I can't wait to do the training, I'm actually very excited to soon be able to be a doula and support women in labour & before & after.

Emmecat thats my plan too, once this bub is maybe 4+months old..Depending on how I'm coping LOL!!]]> Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:34:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1183554&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1183554 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Can I ask what the training involves?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1183006&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1183006 Author: Rachael21
Subject: 36272
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 1:20pm

Can I ask what the training involves? That seems very expensive considering you could just about hire another midwife for that price!

How many visits do you do antenatally and postnatally?

]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 13:20:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1183006&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1183006 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : The requirements to become a Doula...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182917&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182917 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 11:13am

The requirements to become a Doula - its all about the passion for supporting another woman during pg & labour - and having a very strong support structure at home - I spent 18hrs away from home yesterday & dh was happy to continue family life in my absence ;)


Edited by mybeautiful3]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:13:25 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182917&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182917 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : I do wonder if there&#039;s as...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182892&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182892 Author: weegee
Subject: 36272
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 10:38am

I do wonder if there's as much need for doula support here in NZ where most women have midwife-centred care? I completely understand how it can be essential in the US where midwives are the exception rather than the norm, but I just wonder if midwives might feel their toes are being trodden on a little?

(Coming from a sympathetic point of view - I'm another one who's considered doula training, the requirements didn't seem particularly onerous)]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:38:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182892&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182892 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Hi Ladies, Here is some information...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182858&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182858 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 10:00am

Hi Ladies,

Here is some information on what Doulas do, including the benefits of using one.

The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth.

A Doula recognizes birth as a key experience that the mother will remember all her life. She has studied the physiology of birth and understands the emotional needs of a woman in labour
She will also be able to assist the woman in preparing for and carrying out her plans for birth. A doula helps the woman at her home in early labour, until she is ready to transfer to the birthing unit if she has chosen a hospital birth. She is a valuable continuous support, in that she stays with the mother until the baby is born-irrelevant of shift changes with the LMC and hospital staff.
Apart from emotional support she offers, she provides many physical comfort measures and works with various labour positions to encourage optimal fetal positioning.
Doulas perceive their role as nurturing and protecting the woman's memory of the birth experience. We also encourage the woman's partner to participate at a level that is comfortable to him.

Studies have shown the benefits include;
- decreases c-section rate by up to 50%,
- decreases the length of labor by 25%,
- decreases the risk of synthetic oxytocin by 40%
- decreases the requests for epidurals by up to 60%

Doula's fees vary according to their experience, the type of package they offer and other factors. In New Zealand fees seem to vary from $350 - $1800.
A lot of Doula's are also negotiable with their fees, with some offering free services to support teen mums.



Edited by mybeautiful3]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:00:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182858&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182858 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : I would&#039;ve loved a Doula...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182553&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182553 Author: Emmecat
Subject: 36272
Posted: 21 October 2010 at 8:08pm

I would've loved a Doula but like the rest of you, didn't know where to start looking for how much they cost etc. Am also quite interested in training to become one....once I'm past having this baby and maybe settled down a bit lol]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:08:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182553&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182553 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : There was a doula page in the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182391&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182391 Author: weegee
Subject: 36272
Posted: 21 October 2010 at 4:41pm

There was a doula page in the nappy hunt that I thought was quite good - based in Aussie so not applicable to here really but useful for answering questions about what a doula does

Here tis: Birth By You]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:41:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182391&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182391 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : ^ Me too, especially PP ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182347&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182347 Author: MerlinFluff
Subject: 36272
Posted: 21 October 2010 at 3:56pm

^ Me too, especially PP ]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:56:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182347&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182347 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : MummyFreckle wrote:My beautiful...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182182&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182182 Author: Rachael21
Subject: 36272
Posted: 21 October 2010 at 1:13pm

Originally posted by MummyFreckle MummyFreckle wrote:

My beautiful 3 - would be interested to know more about the actual role of a doula, ie what you do / dont do etc. How much you charge? Do you have a website? (You might have to PM me as OB might perceive a response as advertising?)


Thanks


 



I would be quite interested in this too, even if you just give a range of what doulas charge so its not really advertising, more answering questions

]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2010 13:13:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1182182&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1182182 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Ooo thats awesome to hear Katherine!...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180782&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180782 Author: Madiandmini
Subject: 36272
Posted: 19 October 2010 at 7:02pm

Ooo thats awesome to hear Katherine!
Doulas can be so valuable to so many familys and its a shame NZ doesn't have more!

I can't wait for the next issue! ]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:02:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180782&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180782 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : What a timely topic -- in our...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180566&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180566 Author: Katherine
Subject: 36272
Posted: 19 October 2010 at 2:33pm

What a timely topic -- in our next issue, which comes out right before Christmas, we've got an article on doulas, what they do, and how to find one. :)

]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:33:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180566&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180566 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : My beautiful 3 - would be interested...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180537&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180537 Author: MummyFreckle
Subject: 36272
Posted: 19 October 2010 at 2:09pm

My beautiful 3 - would be interested to know more about the actual role of a doula, ie what you do / dont do etc. How much you charge? Do you have a website? (You might have to PM me as OB might perceive a response as advertising?)

Thanks

 

]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:09:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180537&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180537 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : bowie wrote:MerlinFluff - i...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180513&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180513 Author: MerlinFluff
Subject: 36272
Posted: 19 October 2010 at 1:46pm

Originally posted by bowie bowie wrote:

MerlinFluff - i live out in the country about 2hrs from Timaru (but will have baby in Timaru) and i havent heard anything about Doula's in the area either... apparently there is a woman in Geraldine though when i say apparently i mean a friend mentioned it to me and i havent been able to find out officially if she exists or not!


Hmm curious. I've googled and asked around but not heard of any in south canty. Really would love one!]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:46:01 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180513&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180513 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Lol well obviously I didnt look...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180062&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180062 Author: lil_lease
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 9:14pm

Lol well obviously I didnt look hard enough

Thanks for the info.]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 21:14:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1180062&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1180062 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Yes!! I totally agree! And thanks,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179923&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179923 Author: Madiandmini
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 6:58pm

Yes!! I totally agree!
And thanks, I will remember that Might be nice to hear some real stories and helpful advice once I get started on the training

I was looking at doing my training through these guys.. www.birthworks.org.nz]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:58:01 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179923&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179923 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : MerlinFluff - i live out in the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179908&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179908 Author: Plushie
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 6:31pm

MerlinFluff - i live out in the country about 2hrs from Timaru (but will have baby in Timaru) and i havent heard anything about Doula's in the area either... apparently there is a woman in Geraldine though when i say apparently i mean a friend mentioned it to me and i havent been able to find out officially if she exists or not!]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:31:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179908&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179908 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : lil_lease - the Doulas here in...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179907&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179907 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 6:31pm

lil_lease - the Doulas here in NZ have studied through Childbirth International & Optimum Childbirth to gain their certification. I used CBI - www.childbirthinternational.com
Merlin - you get Birth Doulas & Postpartum Doulas - I'm sure the latter would be an incredible support for you. There is clearly such a need for both in NZ :)]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:31:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179907&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179907 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : I would LOVE a Doula, not necessarily...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179889&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179889 Author: MerlinFluff
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 5:51pm

I would LOVE a Doula, not necessarily for the birth but post partum, my risk of PND is sky high and it sounds like something that would make the first month or so a lot easier. But we live out in the country, nearly an hour from Timaru and no one has even heard of them!!!]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:51:25 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179889&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179889 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : I&#039;ve looked at becoming a...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179888&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179888 Author: lil_lease
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 5:51pm

I've looked at becoming a doula but I couldn't find anywhere in NZ to gain the knowledge ]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:51:01 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179888&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179888 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Thanks dear, but not that i could...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179750&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179750 Author: Plushie
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 3:09pm

Thanks dear, but not that i could afford a doula anyway. I was more posting to say that i think the concept is a good'un and i hope it takes off.]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 15:09:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179750&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179750 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Bowie-no woman should be alone...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179709&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179709 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 2:36pm

Bowie-no woman should be alone in labour-support is so important, whether it be in the form of your husband, best friend, mother or a doula - depending on where you are based-I can let you know of Doulas that I know of around NZ. You are more than welcome to PM me :)]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 14:36:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179709&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179709 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : I wish i could have a doula -...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179680&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179680 Author: Plushie
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 2:10pm

I wish i could have a doula - knew how to find one even!! As this is panning out, i'll be having this baby alone in the company of my midwife, in the hospital - and i know she won't be there for the whole thing just the exciting bit at the end. Guess i'll fetch my own ice ]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 14:10:27 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179680&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179680 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : That W*O*N*D*E*R*F*U*L to hear...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179634&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179634 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 1:23pm

That W*O*N*D*E*R*F*U*L to hear Madi's mum - we sure can do with more of them. All the midwives I have worked alongside have found the work that us Doula's do, to be so complimentary to their work. We spend so much time with the client in early labour in the comforts of their home-something m/w's cannot offer their clients - with the result that a lot of women are checking into a hospital way too early...and the long & the short of it, ending up with interventions due to failure to progress.
A woman labours best when in her own familiar environment with familiar sights & sounds & where she feels comfortable - this is what my clients have always loved about their doula-assisted labours. Wishing you everything of the best for your impending birth & let me know if you want any further study info-I studied through Childbirth International :)]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:23:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179634&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179634 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : I haven&#039;t, but I&#039;m looking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179592&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179592 Author: Madiandmini
Subject: 36272
Posted: 18 October 2010 at 12:47pm

I haven't, but I'm looking into doing the training to become one (Once this bubs makes an appearance!). I can't wait till NZ adopts the Doula rage. Its a brilliant concept and I'm so sure its what our country lacks on the birthing front! ]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:47:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1179592&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1179592 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Having a birth support person...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1178815&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1178815 Author: fire_engine
Subject: 36272
Posted: 16 October 2010 at 8:49pm

Having a birth support person (a close friend) rather than a doula. I would have considered it if I hadn't felt I had anyone to ask.]]> Sat, 16 Oct 2010 20:49:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1178815&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1178815 <![CDATA[Anyone using a Doula? : Have any of you considered using...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1178809&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1178809 Author: mybeautiful3
Subject: 36272
Posted: 16 October 2010 at 8:45pm

Have any of you considered using one for your pg & birth / or have previously used one?]]> Sat, 16 Oct 2010 20:45:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36272&PID=1178809&title=anyone-using-a-doula#1178809