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Wish: Trying to earn my doula certification!
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Hello!  
I recently took the DONA International Doula training course, and I am working on getting my certification as a birth doula. To that end, I am wishing for a few families expecting a new baby who would like to try the services of a doula for free! I need a minimum of three qualifying births in order to certify, but I'd like a few extra just to make sure they all count.  
 
What is a doula, you ask?? A doula is a trained labour support companion, who helps you during your prenatal period and, especially, during your birth. Having supportive birth attendants is not a new concept. The word “doula” is ancient Greek, referring to experienced women who would accompany new mothers in the birthing room, offering them comfort and sharing their knowledge of birth. The continuous support of a birth doula establishes a positive birthing environment where mothers can be secure in the knowledge that they CAN do this, and they CAN have a positive birth experience. You will, after all, remember it forever.  
Why would you want a doula? Well, studies show improved medical outcomes for moms and babies who are assisted by a labor support person. Significantly shorter labors, lower Caesarean rates, fewer instances of forceps and vacuum extraction deliveries, and higher breastfeeding success rates are just some of the benefits of having a birth doula. There are also long term and emotional benefits of doula support including: less reports of pain in labor: fewer infant health problems, such as colds and vomiting: lower maternal anxiety and depression and improved parent-infant bonding.  
 
If you are interested in having a birth doula, please contact me, and I would be more than happy to meet with you for a no-obligation first meeting. Your birth matters, and I would be honoured to be your attendant.  

 
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dragonsparks
7/19/2012 9:54:21 AM
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Apr 2012		I should also add that there are several other girls in the area working on their certification as well, and probably willing to work either for free or cheap, so if I am unable to help you for whatever reason, I can also point you in their direction.  
 
:) All women deserve a doula - please feel free to contact me with any questions!
axana596
7/20/2012 8:03:41 AM
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Jul 2010		I won't be trying for another baby for over a year, but I'll be sure to keep an eye out for doulas when I do get pregnant, thanks for informing everyone of this service :) hope you get some clients
dragonsparks
7/20/2012 8:38:57 AM
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Apr 2012		thank you :) We would love to hear from you in the future!
holybatman
7/20/2012 9:28:22 PM
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Mar 2009		I'd be interested in due in a week or so
dragonsparks
7/21/2012 3:20:03 PM
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Apr 2012		PM'd you, holybatman!
juskay
7/31/2012 8:18:43 PM
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May 2011		I am interested. Due in December!
Nate29
8/8/2012 3:51:58 PM
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Jan 2011		I pm'ed you
Nate29
8/8/2012 3:52:12 PM
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Jan 2011		I pm'ed you
dragonsparks
8/14/2012 10:21:54 PM
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Apr 2012		Thank you to everyone who has PM'd me and is helping me to earn my certification. I am so thrilled to be a part of your birth experience!  
 
Anyone else is still welcome to contact me, as well. Thank you!
Leannebone
8/23/2012 12:20:55 PM
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Aug 2011		hello wondering if you are still takin applicants?i am interested im due in a month..how do we get started?

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