What is the difference between a doula and a mothers help/childminder/nanny?
Doulas are unique in the support and help they offer. A doula can provide practical and emotional support throughout pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period, ensuring continuity and easing the transition to parenthood. Unlike other forms of support available, where the prime focus is often on the baby or children, a doula’s role is to support the mother and her family, enabling her to feel confident and able to adapt more easily to the challenges a new baby can bring. For more details on the roles of an antenatal, birth and postnatal doula see Services.
