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The Doula Detective: Asking the Right Questions
Being a doula is a bit like being a detective - like Jessica Fletcher, gently uncovering what matters most through thoughtful questions. Whether you're supporting someone through birth or in the early postnatal weeks, asking the right questions helps you build trust, understand their needs, and offer support that truly fits. This blog explores how to stay curious without being intrusive and how to hold space with care.
Kicki Hansard
3 days ago6 min read
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Essential Skills Every Doula Should Master
Thinking about becoming a doula? Or maybe you’ve already taken the first step and are wondering what makes a truly great one.
Kicki Hansard
Apr 87 min read
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Understanding the Value of Doula Training: Why It's Worth the Investment
Thinking about becoming a doula? Discover why doula training is an investment in yourself and your business, and why it’s worth paying for.
Kicki Hansard
Mar 154 min read
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Taking the Leap: The Confidence Conundrum Women Face and How to Overcome It
Did you know that there's a fascinating phenomenon that many women experience when it comes to pursuing their passions or applying for...
Kicki Hansard
Aug 21, 20233 min read
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Being a Doula: Unveiling the Vast Business Potential
The doula dilemma: a fascinating journey filled with misconceptions and curious beliefs. With over 600,000 births occurring annually in...
Kicki Hansard
Aug 15, 20233 min read
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Doula Public Liability Insurance: Understanding Claims Made and Claims Occurring Cover
Learn about why doula public liability is important, the difference between different policy cover and things to consider.
Kicki Hansard
Jul 6, 20234 min read
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The Role of a Doula: Advocacy over Authority
The doula's true role is to serve the clients and their needs, not to steer a birth towards a specific direction.
Kicki Hansard
Jun 28, 20233 min read
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Making choices and learning to say “no”
From a very young age, girls are taught to be “good”. To not make a fuss, to ensure everyone is happy, to make things run smoothly and ...
Kicki Hansard
Mar 31, 20233 min read
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Is a doula a coach?
I’m not talking about a football coach, standing on the side-line shouting instructions and I can’t think of anything more ‘un-doula-like’
Kicki Hansard
Mar 10, 20235 min read
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