My goal as a Doula is to act as a mirror for my clients. In doing this, parents may gain a clearer awareness of what their own feelings and needs are, and in turn will be better equipped for labor. This brings parents closer to their own wisdom and awe of their pregnancies, and helps them to find their greatest power and potential during birth. Giving Birth is equally a spiritual and physical process. When one can stand beside a laboring woman and hold this space for her, tremendous healing can occur on many levels and the birth can be very smooth and deeply satisfying.
Doulas help partners help the mother.
A doula does not take the place of the partner, instead, she is a gentle role model and can help guide him or her in supporting the mother throughout labor. The love of the woman's partner is one of the best comfort measures she can rely on in labor. Women's bodies know how to give birth to their babies.