Do You Really Need a Doula? with HeHe Stewart: EP104

Doulas have gone mainstream and many are still left questioning – do I really need a Doula??

To deep dive into this question, we’ve brought in a truly incredible expert. HeHe Stewart is the founder of The Birth Lounge with years of experience as a birth doula and a masters in Human Development and Family Studies.

Together we’re discussing the raw truth about which families would not benefit from bringing on a doula, why partners cannot replace this kind of support, and so much more.

Where to find HeHe Stewart:

Website

Instagram

Episode at a glance: Do You Really Need a Doula? with HeHe Stewart: EP104

  • What a doula does and the different types
  • Why many doula trainings are lacking
  • The benefits of having this support during birth and postpartum
  • Partners should not replace doula support
  • Who shouldn’t include this in their birth and postpartum plan
  • Part 2 coming soon including how to advocate for yourself and your clients, finding a doula, and more

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