This week I talk all about what it's like being a doula (and student midwife!) with my friend Laura Correia!

She has had the amazing experience of being present for over 100 births (which include the laboring part - don't forget!!)....can you imagine that!?  I am so excited to share with you all that she has to say about this!

She talks all about her decision to become a doula and midwife, how this field has impacted her life, what it's like having a family in this "flexible - inflexible" type of job, the beauty and similarity between birth and death, and she describes the certification processes for doulas and midwives.

I hope you enjoy it!
Show Notes:
Laura's Facebook Page

Laura's Birth Doula Website and Blog  - Lots of info about Laura, as well as many other doula resources!

Laura in action:



Laura's Book Recommendations:
{Or her preferred alternate title: "Books you should read after throwing away What to Expect When You're Expecting:"}  :)

The Complete Book of Pregnancy and Childbirth (Revised) by Sheila Kitzinger*
The Birth Partner - Revised 4th Edition: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dads, Doulas, and All Other Labor Companions by Penny Simkin* - great labor tips, especially for coaches
Any Book by Dr. Sears*

Also - Laura recommends the documentaries The Business of Being Born and More Business of Being Born, which can be found on Netflix or probably your local library!

DONA International website - information on how to become a Doula through the DONA Certification Process (very highly regarded)

DONA International Required Reading List* - A great list of books for Doulas even if you're not becoming DONA certified!

NARM - North American Registry of Midwives
Lastly,
Thank you so much for stopping by!!  I'd love to hear from you if you have any comments, questions, or ideas for future shows!  Email me anytime!! :)  And don't forget to join my mailing list over here -------> to hear about all upcoming shows and to get some fun extras!

Have a great weekend,

Kristin

 

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