by Tracy Sealey I have a confession to make. I am a doula and an antenatal teacher but I am done talking about the medicalisation of childbirth. DONE! For years, we’ve been locked in this endless, circular debate about whether childbirth should be “natural” or “medical,” and it’s getting us nowhere. All we’re doing is … Read more
Dr Rosie Knowles of Sheffield Sling library and author of Why Babywearing Matters Why babywear? There are lots of reasons, not just to encourage our clients to be able to soothe and carry their newborns hands free, but for us to become confident using a number of different types of slings and carriers. When we can … Read more
It’s always been part of us, this alchemy of groups. Something, bigger than the sum of its parts, happens when we gather. Together is a word that resounds with the feeling of connection. To-gather, a doing word full of intention and anticipation; a longing for the profundity and sacred nature of a group. In over … Read more
The world is in a sorry state. Violence, death and destruction bombard us whenever we switch on the television. Unkindness seems to be everywhere. Worry – about money, our health, or loved ones is rife. It’s easy to feel downhearted and it’s hard to see our clients struggling. So it is important that we care … Read more
Regulation of doulas has been a topic of conversation in the birth world for many years. Should doulas be regulated? If so, who by? But perhaps we should start at the beginning; what exactly do we mean by regulation? The Gov.uk website defines a regulated profession as one that: ‘…is defined in the Professional Qualifications Bill. … Read more
Maddie McMahon on the invisible work mothers have to do In twenty years of watching new families and listening to mothers, one aspect of family life has stood out to me: the emotional burden that mothers carry. Working women, business owners, highly regarded academics, busy mothers of many, teachers, mentors, friends doing all the practical … Read more
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