In our last session we will discuss the importance of emotional support, physical comfort measures and effective communication in the birth space.

Together we will revise your birth map and finalise any changes. 

I will bring the TENS Machine and Rebozo as well as share some other options to include in your labour toolkit as well as what I have in my doula bag. 

Effective communication in the birth space is essential. We will discuss how your partner can advocate for your preferences and needs in labour. We will cover important phases they can use when interacting with care providers to ensure you feel heard and respected.  

We will discuss Fast birth. Although this scenario is unlikely, it does occasionally happen and having a plan for this makes everyone feel reassured.

We will also briefly discuss postpartum and breastfeeding and I will share any resources with you. 

Lastly we will clarify when and how to communicate with me when labour begins and when to expect my support.

Before this session please watch:

Module 11 - Birth Partner Support

• Top tips for birth partners

• How to be her practical support

Module 12 - How to feed Your Baby

• Feeding your baby

• Establishing Breastfeeding

• When your milk comes in

• Tips for Breastfeeding

• Mixed feeding

Module 13 - Changes ahead

• Things are about to change

Module 14 - Life with a newborn

• What are the baby blues?

• How do you treat the blues

• Things to know if the early weeks - Baby

• Things to know in the early weeks - You

• Final word

Homework after session 3

• Finalise your birth map

• Practice your massage and acupressure techniques

• Share vision board/unique coping tools cheat sheet with birth team

• Create a birth support plan outlining expectations and duties for the day eg. packing car, other children etc

• Set aside time with yourself/partner/family/friends to enjoy time together before the baby arrives