
Welcome to the Doula Blog
A Reliable, Evidence-Based Hub for All Things Doula
As a foremost Doula researcher, academic, and educator, Dr. Amy Gilliland has dedicated her career to advancing the doula profession, supporting aspiring and professional doulas, and empowering medical providers to optimize and improve labor and birth practices and protocol.
Dr. Gilliland has taught university level courses in the psychology of human relationships, human sexuality, introduction to psychology, and public speaking. She has a graduate certificate in prenatal and perinatal psychology.
This blog is a direct reflection of those efforts and initiatives, offering evidence-based academic articles and thought pieces painstakingly designed to drive better outcomes for all birthing parents.
If You Must Labor ‘Alone’ Without Your Loved Ones
When the Doula Screws Up I've created a 30 minute inspirational video full of things you can do If You Must Labor 'Alone'[...]
Twelve Ways A Doula Can Help You Without Ever Being In The Room
Twelve Ways A Doula Can Help You Without Ever Being In The Room 12. A doula can find out the current climate in[...]
COVID19 Podcast for Doulas!
COVID19 Podcast for Doulas! Listen to our podcast with all doulas need to know about COVID19, getting into the hospital and the implications[...]
Advocacy Resources for Birth, Postpartum, and Palliative Care Doulas on COVID-19
Advocacy Resources for Birth, Postpartum, and Palliative Care Doulas on COVID-19 As doulas worldwide prepare for the arrival of coronavirus in their region,[...]
Open Your Doors, Childbirth Educators! Why Not Teach Anyone Who Wants To Know About Birth?
Open Your Doors, Childbirth Educators! Why Not Teach Anyone Who Wants To Know About Birth? As a researcher, I’ve paid attention to two[...]