Doula
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈduːlə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Doula is a noun meaning A trained person who provides similar support to someone who is diagnosed with an incurable condition and is receiving end-of-life care.
Meaning
A trained person who provides similar support to someone who is diagnosed with an incurable condition and is receiving end-of-life care.
More Meanings
- A trained support person who provides emotional, physical and practical assistance to a pregnant woman or couple before, during or after childbirth.
Example Sentences
Rebekah Rosler, a therapist and doula, decided to leave, even though her family history in New York goes back to the 1870s, she said.
The function of the doula varies in different cultures from a little help here and there to complete succoring, including bathing, cooking, carrying, and feeding. Whatever the doula does, however, is less important than the fact that she is there.
Word Forms
- doulas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include doulah, dudou, doona, deliverance, doolee, dobie.
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