How a Doula supports in surgical births

For many people, the idea of birth is wrapped up in images of candle-lit rooms, water births, and deep breathing through contractions. But for a significant number of parents, birth unfolds in an operating theatre, under bright lights, with a surgical team working to bring their baby into the world. Whether planned or unplanned, a caesarean birth (C-section) can be an emotional and sometimes overwhelming experience. This is where a doula can make a real difference.