Holidays and a Doula

a doula providing natural support throughout your pregnancy

We all know the holidays can be very stressful but imagine being due to deliver your baby around that same time! Christmas parties, shopping for just the right gifts, and interacting with family can be nerve wracking! But knowing you have hired a Doula that your trust to assist you emotionally and physically during labor can be one less concern during this holiday period. A doula will be present to help you advocate for your birth plan be it a natural birth, a medicated birth, or a planned C-Section. 

Let's face it, the holidays often come with unpredictable schedules, travel, or changes in health care teams, all which may provoke fear if you go into labor during this time. But a doula's support can be flexible around these, whether in person or offering virtual consultations. Even during busy hospital schedules and ever changing staff, a doula can help you advocate for yourself. 

So, feel free to lean on your doula. Use their expertise for guidance, whether it’s practicing comfort measures for labor, mindfully packing your hospital bag for a big event, or reminding you to rest. A doula can act as an anchor, ensuring your needs remain the priority amidst the holiday cheer.

 In summary, hiring or arranging for a doula during the holidays at any point during your prenatal period can help you navigate the complexities of pregnancy, labor, or new parenthood with grace during a time often filled with added expectations. Saving a space for a doula can bring peace of mind to the special time in your life. No only does a doula provide you with personalized care and emotional support, they can help you navigate the holiday season with peace and confidence.