E89: Doula Do's & Doula Don'ts

Send us Fan MailAngie Rosier shares insights on doula guidelines at hospitals, exploring the delicate balance between supporting clients and collaborating with medical staff.• Hospitals will sometimes provide doula guidelines that outline appropriate roles and boundaries• Doulas are welcome additions who provide emotional support, comfort measures, and improved communication• Doulas should not perform clinical tasks like checking vital signs, doing vaginal exams, or administering medications• Gray areas exist where doulas may assist with monitors or participate in brainstorming strategies• Hospital policies typically restrict electrical items, open flames, and items requiring heating for safety reasons• Creating a collaborative team atmosphere is essential for positive birth experiences• The primary goal shared by everyone is a healthy mother and healthy babyPlease reach out to someone near or far and make a human connection today. Make a difference in someone else's life – you never know what a difference that can make.Visit our website, here: https://hatchednlatched.com/Follow us on Facebook at Hatched & LatchedFollow us on Instagram at @hatchenlatchedShow CreditsHost: Angie Rosier Music: Michael Hicks Photographer: Toni WalkerEpisode Artwork: Nick Greenwood Producer: Gillian Rosier FramptonVoiceover: Ryan Parker