Questions about hiring a doula

So you recently heard about the benefits of hiring a doula but aren’t sure what the process of hiring one looks like…

Well, most of us operate independently. Even when you find a list of doulas in one database or another, you’ll likely want to do a little bit of research before just reaching out to the first one you find.

Birth and postpartum are intimate and sacred spaces, it’s not the time to close your eyes and pick at random.

Here a my top suggestions for finding the best fit doula for your birth!

⭐️ Read website bios - there will be certain birth doulas you are going to resonate with based on the vibe given from their pictures, their story of becoming a doula, their tone and messaging.

⭐️ Read reviews - This will give you a good sense of what kind of doula they are. How do their clients feel about the birth support they received. You can consider anything in the comments that stand out positively or negatively to you.

⭐️ Schedule Interviews - There scheduling process alone is going to give you a sense whether they are aligned with your values and are a good personality fit for you and your family.

After speaking with some doulas, you should have a sense of who you’d feel most comfortable with in your birth space. Select whoever you are going to feel most comfortable with!