Meet the Doula

Hey there! Welcome to the blog! I hope the blog will answer some questions you may have and also give you some things to consider with your next pregnancy, labor and birth.

I thought we could start by getting to know a little about me! If you’re looking for a birth doula in the Lubbock area I would be so happy to get to meet with you so we can get to know each other. If you’re not local but are looking for a doula here are some great questions to ask them before hiring!

Where are you from?

  • Originally San Angelo, TX but I’ve lived in Lubbock for 12 years now and call Lubbock home!

Tell me about your family

  • I’ve been married to my husband Clayton for 8 years and we have two daughters.

What did you do before you were a doula?

  • I’ve done a few different things! I was a nanny, worked in a business office and I’ve taught preschool for five years!

Why did you decide to become a doula?

  • I have always loved birth and pregnancy. I think it’s incredible what our bodies are made to do and are completely capable of with the right support. I wanted to be able to help moms (and dads) be able to have the support they need to have the birth that they want for their family.

What services do you provide?

What is your favorite part about being a doula?

  • I love watching parents learn about birth and what they want their birth to look like. I love being able to empower them with the information they need to make the best decisions for their family. Of course I love watching the babies be born too! Seeing babies take their first breath is nothing short of extraordinary!

Do you only work at the hospital?

  • I can and have attended all types of births. I’ve worked at both of our local hospitals, our birth center and home births!

How many clients do you take each month?

  • 1-2 depending on the month and my availability.

Do you have a backup doula?

  • Yes! I work with several doulas in the area to make sure you are not left alone in case of emergencies.

If you’re interviewing a doula, here are some more questions you could ask!

  • Can you doula for a C-section/VBAC/natural birth/medicated birth?
  • What can you tell me about hospital interventions?
  • Are there any interventions you can’t work with?
  • What can you do to support my husband/family/children?
  • Do you offer payment plans?
  • What kind of things can we do if labor stalls?
  • How often do you see longer/harder/complicated labors?
  • What is your philosophy on birth?
  • How many times will we meet with you before our labor and birth?

I hope all of this is helpful to those of you starting your search for a doula!

Blessings,

Emily