DOULA WEEK 5 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
What is one of the most common concerns of mothers who choose not to hire a certain
doula? - ANSWER-One of the most common fears cited by expectant mothers is the
fear that the doula will force her ideals about birth or parenting on her.
What is the best way of charging for birth doulas? - ANSWER-Birth doulas shouldn't
charge by the hour. They should do their best to create "packages deals."
Where might you go if you are hoping to approach potential clients? - ANSWER-
Whenever you're at the mall, be sure to walk by any place where pregnant or new
mothers may be. Postpartum doulas should be sure to check out the baby clothes
stores, while birth doulas should check out the maternity stores. A few other places new
and expectant mothers tend to gather include toy stores, book stores, drug stores, fast
food and juice shops, parks, churches or synagogues, health food stores, and pre-natal
yoga workshops.
What should you provide clients with at the free consultation meeting? - ANSWER-Most
successful labor assistants provide their clients with a folder of information on their
services at the free consultation meeting.
Which of the following includes information you lend out to clients and pick up at the
final postpartum meeting?
a. Master binder
b. Birth book
c. Antepartum to postpartum pages
d. Individual parent notebook - ANSWER-(d) There are a few different ways to create
individual notebooks that you can lend to your clients.
What should you always have on hand when calling someone whether a hospital,
agency or potential client? - ANSWER-Whenever you call someone - whether to secure
a client or inquire about speaking at events - always have a pen and notebook nearby.
Use that notebook solely for phone conversations.
What postpartum service includes demonstrating circumcision and umbilical cord care?
- ANSWER-Infant care instruction includes demonstrating umbilical cord care, sponge
bathing, circumcision care, what to do when a baby cries, and more.
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
What is one of the most common concerns of mothers who choose not to hire a certain
doula? - ANSWER-One of the most common fears cited by expectant mothers is the
fear that the doula will force her ideals about birth or parenting on her.
What is the best way of charging for birth doulas? - ANSWER-Birth doulas shouldn't
charge by the hour. They should do their best to create "packages deals."
Where might you go if you are hoping to approach potential clients? - ANSWER-
Whenever you're at the mall, be sure to walk by any place where pregnant or new
mothers may be. Postpartum doulas should be sure to check out the baby clothes
stores, while birth doulas should check out the maternity stores. A few other places new
and expectant mothers tend to gather include toy stores, book stores, drug stores, fast
food and juice shops, parks, churches or synagogues, health food stores, and pre-natal
yoga workshops.
What should you provide clients with at the free consultation meeting? - ANSWER-Most
successful labor assistants provide their clients with a folder of information on their
services at the free consultation meeting.
Which of the following includes information you lend out to clients and pick up at the
final postpartum meeting?
a. Master binder
b. Birth book
c. Antepartum to postpartum pages
d. Individual parent notebook - ANSWER-(d) There are a few different ways to create
individual notebooks that you can lend to your clients.
What should you always have on hand when calling someone whether a hospital,
agency or potential client? - ANSWER-Whenever you call someone - whether to secure
a client or inquire about speaking at events - always have a pen and notebook nearby.
Use that notebook solely for phone conversations.
What postpartum service includes demonstrating circumcision and umbilical cord care?
- ANSWER-Infant care instruction includes demonstrating umbilical cord care, sponge
bathing, circumcision care, what to do when a baby cries, and more.
