The Doula Dispensary
A podcast by Siobhan Smith & Kicki Hansard

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61 Episodes
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Episode #41: A dilemma about due dates changing and when can we return to supporting clients in person
Published: 04/06/2020 -
Episode #40: A dilemma about a client asking the doula to change their role and being 'just' a doula.
Published: 28/05/2020 -
Episode #39: A dilemma about what to do if two clients want to book you for the same dates and virtual doula courses
Published: 21/05/2020 -
Episode #38: A dilemma about body image and what have we learnt so far from the Corona outbreak
Published: 14/05/2020 -
Episode #37: A dilemma about client who won't try any of the suggestions and a warning about hoax clients
Published: 07/05/2020 -
Episode #36: A dilemma about how often to contact clients and how to keep getting better.
Published: 30/04/2020 -
Episode #35: A dilemma about mentoring and a questions about shared care (PS. no mentioning of the 'c' word in this podcast!)
Published: 23/04/2020 -
Episode #34: A dilemma about a first interview and do doulas need insurance
Published: 16/04/2020 -
Episode #33: A dilemma about doing in person postnatal support and a question about offering doula support for free
Published: 09/04/2020 -
Episode #32: COVID-19 and the impact on maternity services
Published: 02/04/2020 -
Episode #31: COVID-19 FAQ from doulas and what to do in current times as a doula
Published: 26/03/2020 -
Episode #30: All about COVID-19 aka Coronavirus
Published: 19/03/2020 -
Episode #29: A dilemma about what to do if a midwife steps between the doula and her client.
Published: 12/03/2020 -
Episode #28: A dilemma about birth client booked who schedules a caesarean birth and discussion about working with other doulas
Published: 05/03/2020 -
Episode #27: A dilemma about what to charge when supporting twin parents and question about water births
Published: 27/02/2020 -
Episode #26: A dilemma about staying on in a postnatal job, what do we do when we're unwell and funny things from meetings with clients
Published: 20/02/2020 -
Episode #25: A dilemma about offering reduced prices and discussion about boundaries and running a business
Published: 13/02/2020 -
Episode #20: *TRIGGER WARNING - Termination of pregnancy** A dilemma about supporting through a termination for medical reasons, DBS checks and 'the cult of natural childbirth'
Published: 06/02/2020 -
Episode #23: Kicki speaks to Hilary Lewin - Doula UK Founder and ATMAT Therapist
Published: 30/01/2020 -
Episode #22: Kicki speaks to Leti about Midwifery Conference and the mentoring process
Published: 23/01/2020
The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother.You can follow Siobhan and Kicki on social media -@[email protected]@birthblissacademyFind a doula www.thedouladirectory.comBecome a doula www.birthblissdoulacourses.co.uk