Why Having a Doula on your Team is Beneficial
The Role of a Doula During Pregnancy and Birth
A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to a family during pregnancy, birth, and the immediate postpartum period. My role is to guide, encourage, and support you both—never to replace the love and bond you already share.
Why your Husband is NOT the Doula
Your husband is so much more than a support person—he is your teammate, your encourager, and the one who knows you better than anyone else. A doula brings knowledge, training, and experience from many births. Husbands aren’t expected to know comfort techniques, labor positions, or medical procedures. They’re expected to love, protect, and stand beside their wife. That’s their irreplaceable role.
Why your Doula Does NOT Replace your Husband
Instead of stepping in front of your husband, I come alongside him. Think of me as the backstage crew making sure everything is set up so that he can shine in the spotlight. I can whisper reminders of comfort techniques, give him a break to eat or rest, and help him feel confident in how to best support you. Together, we form a team—your husband offering his heart, and me offering my hands, knowledge, and calm presence.
Reassurance for Dad
With a doula, dads don’t get sidelined—they get empowered. I help make sure you have the tools and confidence to be the rock star your wife needs. You’ll be the one holding her hand, looking into her eyes, and reminding her of her strength. I’m simply there to help you shine even brighter in that role.
Why Every Family Deserves a Doula
Pregnancy and birth are some of the most powerful transitions we will ever experience. They bring excitement, anticipation, and joy—but they can also stir up questions, fears, and uncertainty. In the midst of it all, one of the most valuable choices an expecting family can make is hiring a doula. A doula isn’t here to replace your partner, your family, or your medical team. Instead, a doula walks alongside you—offering continuous emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
What Exactly is a Doula?
The word doula comes from the Greek meaning “a woman who serves.” Today, doulas are trained professionals who provide non-medical support during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Unlike doctors or midwives who focus on the medical aspects, a doula’s role is centered on your experience, your choices, and your well-being.
The Doula Difference
Every birth is unique, but one truth remains: you deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported. A doula ensures you aren’t navigating this sacred journey alone. Whether you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth, planning a hospital delivery, or preparing for a cesarean, a doula’s role is to help you feel calm, confident, and cared for.
Birth is not just about bringing a baby into the world—it’s about the way you are nurtured as you become a parent. A doula provides the kind of support that honors both. Because every family deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered on their journey to parenthood.
The Role of Doulas in Supporting Perinatal Mental Health
EBB Doula
A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to a family during pregnancy, birth, and the immediate postpartum period. My role is to guide, encourage, and support you both—never to replace the love and bond you already share.
Why your Husband is NOT the Doula
Your husband is so much more than a support person—he is your teammate, your encourager, and the one who knows you better than anyone else. A doula brings knowledge, training, and experience from many births. Husbands aren’t expected to know comfort techniques, labor positions, or medical procedures. They’re expected to love, protect, and stand beside their wife. That’s their irreplaceable role.
Why your Doula Does NOT Replace your Husband
Instead of stepping in front of your husband, I come alongside him. Think of me as the backstage crew making sure everything is set up so that he can shine in the spotlight. I can whisper reminders of comfort techniques, give him a break to eat or rest, and help him feel confident in how to best support you. Together, we form a team—your husband offering his heart, and me offering my hands, knowledge, and calm presence.
Reassurance for Dad
With a doula, dads don’t get sidelined—they get empowered. I help make sure you have the tools and confidence to be the rock star your wife needs. You’ll be the one holding her hand, looking into her eyes, and reminding her of her strength. I’m simply there to help you shine even brighter in that role.
Why Every Family Deserves a Doula
Pregnancy and birth are some of the most powerful transitions we will ever experience. They bring excitement, anticipation, and joy—but they can also stir up questions, fears, and uncertainty. In the midst of it all, one of the most valuable choices an expecting family can make is hiring a doula. A doula isn’t here to replace your partner, your family, or your medical team. Instead, a doula walks alongside you—offering continuous emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
What Exactly is a Doula?
The word doula comes from the Greek meaning “a woman who serves.” Today, doulas are trained professionals who provide non-medical support during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Unlike doctors or midwives who focus on the medical aspects, a doula’s role is centered on your experience, your choices, and your well-being.
The Doula Difference
Every birth is unique, but one truth remains: you deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported. A doula ensures you aren’t navigating this sacred journey alone. Whether you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth, planning a hospital delivery, or preparing for a cesarean, a doula’s role is to help you feel calm, confident, and cared for.
Birth is not just about bringing a baby into the world—it’s about the way you are nurtured as you become a parent. A doula provides the kind of support that honors both. Because every family deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered on their journey to parenthood.
The Role of Doulas in Supporting Perinatal Mental Health
EBB Doula