Weare a network of
independent doulas, trained by and members of DONA International and Childbirth International, coming together to provide Bermuda her very best birth experience.
Doulas of Bermuda Cast and Director of "Birth". Courtesy of Robert Daniels @Last Photography
"Labor/birth support doulas are labor support persons who attend to the
emotional and physical comfort needs of laboring women to smooth the
labor process. They do not perform clinical tasks such as heart rate
checks or vaginal exams, nor do they provide advice. Rather, they use massage,
positioning suggestions, etc., to help labor to progress as well as
possible. A labor/birth support doula joins a laboring woman either at
her home, birth center,
or hospital and remains with her until a few hours after the birth.
Some doulas also offer several prenatal visits, phone support, and one
postpartum meeting to ensure the mother is well informed and supported." - Wikipedia
"Postpartum doulas are hired to support the woman after birth, usually
in the family's home. They are skilled in offering families
evidence-based information and support on breastfeeding, emotional and
physical recovery from childbirth, infant soothing, mother-baby
bonding, and coping skills for new parents. They may also help with
light housework, coordinate freshly made nutritious meals for the
mother, and help incorporate older children." - Wikipedia
Two support personnel are allowed
in King Edward Memorial Hospital's (KEMH) Labour and Delivery Rooms at one time. Once you have decided on your
intention to hire a Doula, it is advisable include this in your Birth Plan
so your Primary Health Care Provider and KEMH are aware of
your Labour Support Team.
Help create the optimal environment for
the best birth outcome.
Every pregnant woman gets someone who listens, provides information, as well as physical and
emotional support during pregnancy, labour and the post-partum period.
Every pregnant woman gets the
chance to have the birth she chooses.
Every pregnant woman and her partner get the information they need to make an informed decision about
the birth they want.
