The moments following the attendance of a birth can be quite mystical. I wonder at the charm of the new baby as they meet their parent/s for the first time "outside." I believe the baby hears your voice and that they know that you are "theirs" on first touch. But it never ceases to amaze and delight me to watch the bonding begin. I spend the first few minutes after the birth concerned with what needs to happen next. I need to keep this new Mommy as comfortable as possible as the shift to the final stages of birth occur. I always hope that the baby will find his/her new food source before I have to leave. It isn't difficult to keep my focus on the Mother because she becomes immediately focused on her newborn. At this point, she seems to begin to fall into a beautiful state of wonder herself. What a gift to be part of those hours leading up to and just following this amazing shift!
With Love and Wonder,
Diane
your doula
