Abortion Doula Support
An abortion doula provides trained emotional, physical, and informational support for healthcare experiences. A doula listens and responds to the individual needs of a person to make them feel safe and at ease. We aim to provide non-judgemental, continuous support. We also believe that people do not need to be alone in their decision and abortion does not need to be stigmatized.
Examples:
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Remind you to breathe through uncomfortable moments
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Explain what is happening
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Squeeze/hold your hand
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Talk about anything not abortion, distraction
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Assist in recovery: bring blankets, cool cloth, hot pads, water
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Sit quietly
Support is provided before, during and after the following procedures:
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Surgical procedure
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Medical termination
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Medical induction
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Medical pill abortion
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Laminaria placement