The Heart of the Doula

“Amy’s essays left me with a warm, tender, deep and purposeful feeling— the kind of renewal every doula (and every human) needs once in a while…”

About the Book

The true power of doulas is to serve clients so that they are encouraged to become more empowered and authentic versions of themselves. The wisdom culled from over sixty birth doulas in Dr. Gilliland's landmark research study will transform your relationship with clients and medical care providers alike. The Heart of the Doula delves into the reality of birth doula work in North American hospitals and the personal price many pay to fill this important and beneficial role.

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What People Are Saying

“Amy Gilliland is uniquely qualified to trace, explore, analyze, evaluate, and clarify the role of the doula in maternity care today.”

— Penny Simkin, PT (ret.); CD(DONA); Certified Childbirth Educator; Co-Founder of DONA International; Author on Topics Relating to Birth & Parenting

“I’m reading it with lots of smiles and nods and some tears, as your words speak the truth about this amazing calling/career/vocation.”

— Ana M. Hill, IBCLC, CLD, CLE, CCCE, Rocky Mountain Doula Training

“This book can serve the purpose of an experienced mentor, helping doulas to think more critically and expansively about the nuances of this privileged role they are fulfilling, thereby bolstering their self-confidence.”

— Sunday Tortelli, LCCE, AdvCD/BDT(DONA), DONA International Birth Doula Trainer