Welcome to episode 4.
In this episode we are delighted to have Mhairi Boorman, a doula based in Nairobi, Kenya. In our conversation we first of all find out what exactly a doula is, how she became one and why.
Mhairi takes us through the types of doulas and their various roles pre-natal, during birth and post-
natal.
She discusses the importance of having a birth plan and being an advocate for yourself during pregnancy and birth (and how a doula can be an invaluable person for this). We talk about the different hospitals and physicians here in Nairobi and how Mhairi navigates them as a doula.
Andy also shares his experience with a doula when his daughter was born. This is an incredible information packed episode, and we all learnt a lot!
If you want to work with or contact Mhairi head over to her website: www.thesafaridoula.co.ke
Learn more about the amazing benefits of working with a doula here:
https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/
