From Then to Now ~ changes across four decades of birth work

Sunday 1pm

In this presentation I will take a trip down memory lane to reflect on the social and cultural shifts that have occurred across the four decades of my birth work which have shaped the contemporary doula experience.

About Rhea Dempsey

Rhea is a mother of three daughters and four delicious grandchildren, counsellor and child birth educator with over forty years experience. Rhea has extensive experience working with women and families before, during and after birth. Her special interest is in exploring the psychological aspects of birth and the pyscho-social factors which can affect birth outcomes. Rhea is a highly respected and sought after presenter at conferences, seminars and workshops on birth and counselling issues. Rhea also works in private practice running an extensive schedule of classes for couples and groups as well as education and development for midwives and birth attendants.