What is a Doula?

The word doula comes from ancient Greek, meaning “woman who serves.” These days, a doula is a companion who offers non-medical support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. But honestly, it’s so much richer than that.

A doula nourishes and nurtures you through one of life’s most tender and transformative seasons; gently holding space for your becoming. We bring calm amidst the unknown, a steady presence when things feel wobbly, and deep care that centres you. We offer practical, emotional, physical, and informational support, while nurturing your sense of confidence and connection. Our role is to walk with you - not to lead, not to fix - but to witness, honour, and support you to trust your own instincts and inner wisdom.

Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum are among the most profound rites of passage. A metamorphosis. A deep initiation. Completely life altering by design.

In our culture, this kind of transition is often unacknowledged, medicalised, or treated like a checklist. The result? Many families move through one of the biggest transformations of their lives feeling unprepared, unseen, isolated - or, heartbreakingly, mistreated.

Doula's get it. We understand the sacred chaos of it all. We witness the massive physical, emotional, and identity-level shifts that unfold; and we honour them deeply.

The experience of being held by our doula is an experience I wish for all new parents.

Want to know what the research says about receiving the support of a doula? 💫 Reduced interventions and better outcomes 💫 Doula presence is linked to fewer cesareans, shorter labours, and less need for pain relief 💫 Higher VBAC success - Supportive, continuous care can increase the chances of a vaginal birth after cesarean 💫 Improved emotional wellbeing - Doulas help reduce anxiety and the risk of postpartum depression 💫 Improved breastfeeding outcomes 💫 Parents report feeling more competent and available to bond are care for their baby with doula support 💫 Reduced stress and overwhelm in the home 💫 Doula support leads to greater satisfaction with birth 💫 Better outcomes for babies - Research shows improved Apgar scores and fewer preterm births with doula support 💫 Greater advocacy 💫 Doula support helps bridge gaps in care, especially for LGBTIQ+ parents, women of colour, and low-income families