Cultivating the Doula Heart
Book description
Loss is difficult...and universal. What do we say? What do we do?
Part how-to guide, part hopeful manifesto, Cultivating the Doula Heart provides a clear framework for supporting those facing hardship, grief, and loss. Succinct and straightforward, this "work of heart" covers: Components of Doula Care, Aspects of Loss, Ways…
Why read it?
1 author picked Cultivating the Doula Heart as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book is deceptively short for something as deep and thoughtful. I loved this because of its focus on nonjudgmental, openhearted caregiving.
I wish I’d had this book when my mother was dying and I was acting both as her emotional supporter and her medical advocate. I frequently erred on the side of being her advocate and neglected my role as emotional supporter. This tiny little incredibly powerful book would have helped me tremendously! I will revisit it often.
From Elizabeth's list on coping with the fact that we’re all going to die.
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