Why Birth Workers Need Support Too: The Doula’s Doula

Doulas pour into others, but who pours into them? Burnout in birth work is real, and too often, the ones who hold space for others struggle to find space for themselves. So, let’s talk about why doulas need doulas.

• Holding Space for the Space Holders: Why doulas need support, mentorship, and self-care.

• Burnout in Birth Work: The emotional toll of being present for high-stakes, deeply personal moments.

• Ways to Prioritize Self-Care: Grounding practices, community check-ins, and setting boundaries.

• Building a Doula Support Network: Finding community among fellow birth workers for mutual care and encouragement.

Doulas are vital to birth justice and reproductive care, but they deserve the same love and care they give to others. Who is your doula’s doula? Let’s build stronger, more supported birth work communities.