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Choosing Your Doula<\/b><\/h1>\n

Choosing your doula is a three-way venture. With three people asking questions, making assessments, and choosing.\u00a0\u00a0 The mother is usually looking for a doula who exhibits confidence, and skill and promotes trust.\u00a0 The partner is usually looking for experience, mood, and good energy as they will be spending the most time with the doula. And the doula, who is looking for an educated client, who knows what they desire, and a couple that would be a healthy environment to work with,\u00a0 <\/b><\/p>\n

Questions you or your partner may ask a doula:<\/b><\/p>\n