I could have used sick day doulas when I had the stomach bug.
I helped a friend out a couple of weeks ago and watched her babies while she was in the hospital. Her house had been hit with the stomach bug. I ended up getting it soon after I got home and my husband and son had just left to visit family out of state. I was alone with my five-year-old daughter and was sick to my stomach.
I could have used a birth doula to get me a cold washcloth as I was stuck laying on the cold bathroom floor.
I could have used a postpartum doula to run and get me saltines and Vernors.
I could have used a birth doula to remind me that this was one less vomiting session to deal with…that I could do this and that I was strong.
I could have used a postpartum doula to set up art projects for my daughter to keep her entertained.
I could have used a birth doula to bring me a warm rice sock when I got the chills.
I could have used a postpartum doula to wash my laundry and fold it afterwards.
I could have used a birth doula to hold my hair as I got sick yet again.
I could have used a postpartum doula to tuck me into my bed.
I could have used a birth doula to rub my back.
I could have used a postpartum doula to make me broth when I finally got my appetite back.
I could have used them both. I got through it and my daughter managed to stay healthy. We can get through anything, having support makes it so much better though.
