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3BoysBlue
20-08-2007, 15:47
hi I'm pregnant and due in October (so not long now)
and I'm interested in having a trainee doula/midwife with me as I'm attempting a VBAC but could end up with a C/Section.
I'm having bubs at the Northern at Epping

I'm looking for a student as i don't have the $ but i am willing to cover costs for traveling/parking etc

I also live about 45min north of Epping

Thanks:ecomcity:
Rachael
warriorPRINCESSdaughter
20-08-2007, 17:28
hi there if you go to www.optimumbirth.com.au and click on find a doula section you will be able to access both student and qualified doulas hope this helps also www.findadoula.com.au is another on good luck on your quest.

jodie:angel:
KellyZ
20-08-2007, 19:52
Rachael, it might be too late for a midwife, I think for follow through you need to be less than a certain week to do the follow through with you, but can certainly help with a doula.
3liddleducks
28-08-2007, 08:37
Rachael, I have sent you a PM :)
SEA
05-09-2007, 18:46
Hi Rachael,
I'm due in October too and having my baby at Epping Hospital as well as attempting a VBAC.

I've finally found someone in the same situation as me....I was also considering getting a trainee doula but I'm not sure if it's too late.

Anyway my question to you is, did the midwives tell you that you weren't allowed to go over 40 weeks? otherwise I will have another c-section.......

confused.....:confused:
doulacara
06-09-2007, 15:20
SEA, it's definitely not too late yet. I know doulas who have taken on clients in labour! Post your request everywhere you can - most trainee doulas are desperate to attend as many births as they can!
bigglet
06-09-2007, 16:07
Um.... for those that don't know....

mummy21soon2b2 has already had her baby - he came 8 weeks early! :D
SEA
06-09-2007, 21:17
Wow.....Does anyone know if she did get her VBAC....I really hope so, but regardless of the outcome I just want to wish her and her new bub well and hope everything is ok :)
3BoysBlue
09-09-2007, 15:29
Um.... for those that don't know....

mummy21soon2b2 has already had her baby - he came 8 weeks early! :D

Thanks Bigglet
No i didnt get my VBAC i had a EC-Section under a General as bubs heart rate dropped to far and they needed to get in out ASAP
I ended up Having him at the Royal Womans But he since been transfered back to Epping SCN