Ep 147: Types of Doulas

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael discuss the different types of doulas and the support they provide. The word doula can be traced back to Ancient Greece meaning “female servant”. Most commonly, people are familiar with a doula surrounding childbirth, but a doula can also provide support for end of life care for the client and family.  Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael shed some light on several other types of doulas and the support they provide. They cover birth doulas, postpartum doulas, antepartum doulas, end-of-life doulas, and miscarriage doulas. Each type of doula offers unique support and guidance during different stages of life. This conversation explores various types of doulas who provide support during different life events and the importance of emotional, informational, and physical support during these challenging times. They also discuss the need for trained and certified doulas who can provide individualized care and resources. The conversation aims to raise awareness about the availability of support services and the importance of destigmatizing these topics.*This episode mentions sensitive topics such as miscarriage, stillbirth, infant death, abortion, infertility, and end of life care.  Resources mentioned in the show:Episode 76: five benefits of labor doula supportEpisode 17: all about birth doulas Episode 80: flipping the script on gift registries - be her villagePlanning for Postpartum blogEpisode 143: planning for postpartum Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: [email protected] Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.  Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This disclaimer includes  all guests or contributors to the podcast.