Why Informed Consent Is at the Center of My Doula Care
If you’ve spent any time in spaces with pregnant people, you’ve probably heard the phrase “informed consent.” But what does it actually mean during pregnancy and birth? And why does it matter so much in doula care?
At Womb & Sky, informed consent isn’t a buzzword. It’s the foundation of how I support families.
What Is Informed Consent in Birth?
Informed consent means that you understand your options and feel free to make decisions without pressure or fear. In pregnancy and birth, this can apply to everything from induction to newborn care.
True informed consent requires:
Clear, accessible information
Time to ask questions
Respect for your autonomy
Support for your right to say yes or no
It’s not just signing a form. It’s feeling confident in your decisions.
Why It Matters During Pregnancy and Birth
Pregnancy comes with a lot of appointments, medical language and fast-moving decisions. Many families leave visits feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes that overwhelm leads to a hesitation to speak up.
This is where doula support becomes valuable.
As your doula, I help you:
Understand common procedures and interventions
Explore your preferences without judgment
Prepare questions for your care provider
Process information after appointments
Practice advocating for your needs
My role isn’t to tell you what to choose. It’s to make sure you feel informed enough to choose for yourself.
Informed Consent Protects Your Birth Experience
Birth rarely goes exactly as planned. When you understand your options ahead of time, unexpected changes feel less frightening to navigate.
Families who feel informed tend to:
Feel more satisfied with their birth experience
Feel more confident in decision-making
Feel less fear during labor
Feel respected by their care team
Informed consent isn’t about controlling birth. It’s about staying grounded within it.
How This Shows Up in My Doula Care
In practical terms, informed-consent-centered care means:
Prenatal visits that include education and open conversation
Space to explore birth preferences realistically
Honest discussions about common interventions
Support in preparing for provider conversations
Encouragement to trust your instincts
I believe every family deserves care that centers their voice, not just their chart.
You Deserve Support That Centers You
Whether you’re planning your first birth or your fourth, you deserve to feel informed, respected and supported. That’s the heart of my work as a doula.
Curious about what informed support could look like for you?
I offer free consultation calls to answer questions and explore whether doula care feels like the right fit.
Here for you,
Juna 🫶🏽
