Antenatally we spend time getting to know each other and growing comfortable in each others company. Every family is different and needs may vary from one to another we can be very adaptable to those needs and will always support in a way that works best for you. As well as doing visits we are available throughout our contract via phone or email. We are on-call for you 24hrs a day from weeks 38-42 of your pregnancy and available to join you in your labour as early as you feel the need (The on-call period can be adjusted in special circumstances eg 42+ weeks, twins, early medical induction etc).
 
During labour we will support you over the phone, offering suggestions on comfort measures until you reach a point where you feel you'd like us to join you. We then remain with you throughout labour regardless of length until you are happily settled and feeding your baby. A common concern is that  a doula will somehow try to take dads place or that he will be made to feel redundant, this is not the case. We are there to support you as a family and encourage fathers to participate at whatever level feels comfortable for you both. We provide peace of mind that should he need to take a break, get something to eat or choose not to be there for whatever reason you will not be left alone.
 
Postnatally we visit again to check that you're happily settled into your new role at home. To debrief your birth experience (perhaps filling you in on details you may have missed or forgotten). To listen to how you feel about both the birth and being a new mum. We can also support with feeding, bathing, dressing etc