‘It is impossible for me to support a family in this intimate way without loving them. It’s not like loving your spouse, child or friend but it’s definitely love. It’s an emotional, private, personal and incredibly special time for the family and I get to be a part of it.’

birth, doula, motherhoodJenna RutherfordSeptember 25, 2018doula, doula love, doula life, pregnancy, birth preparation, birth without fear, tellmeagoodbirthstory, antenatal

What does a doula do? Part one

‘Have you ever been listened to? Really listened to? I don't mean going out with with your girls on Friday night, downing prosecco and putting the world to rights. I mean, one on one, no interruptions, no judgement, just being heard? No one trying to tell their story, waiting for you to finish, no comparisons, just someone who is completely engaged with what you're saying, cares about what you're saying and quietly listens to you?’

birth, doulaJenna RutherfordJuly 23, 2018The Minimalist Douladoula, birth, pregnancy, antenatal, active listeningComment

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