Writing from home is not an easy task…

First off I am not a writer, I know this and can easily admit it. It takes a great deal of effort for me to sit and compose something I am not too self-conscious to share. Secondly, my husband and I share a small space on the third floor of our home and he loves to listen to lively classical piano. (feeling dizzy) Thirdly, our three-year-old daughter thinks the world revolves around her (as three-year-olds do) and insists that I make her snacks all day. “I’M HUNGRY!!”

Now that brings us to today’s’ post! I bring to you an interview with Dahlia Lily McGoey, my youngest daughter.

Me: What is manan’s job?

D: Doing the doula. (proudly grins up at me)

Me: Do you know what it means to be a doula?

D: No….

Me: Really?!

D: You help people with their babies. You work with moms!!! (shouts with her arms in the air).

Me: How about Dads? Do I work with dads?

D: NO, dads don’t have babies in their bellies. (rubs her belly)

Me: How do you feel about me being a Doula?

D: Great! (gives me a thumbs up)

Me: Where do I work?

D: At The Doula Shop.

Me: You were born at home, is there another place for babies to be born?

D: Mexico?

Me: Where was your sister born?

D: Mexico?

Me: Yes babies are born all over the world. So all babies are born at home, in Mexico or at the Doula Shop?

D: Yes!

Me: Are there many doulas in Thunder Bay?

D: No

Me: Do we need more doulas to help families?

D: YES!

Dahlia turns into the interviewer

D: Is Doula work fun?

Me: Yes, it’s very interesting!

D: Maman…babies come out of vaginas.

Me: They sure do.

This interview brought several interesting points to my attention.

My child is still quite innocent when it comes to the topic of birth, which I really don’t mind (for now). She knows little about her birth or the birth of her siblings. She has no interest in what her adult counter parts are doing as long as she is fed and entertained. Also, she is a big fan of Mexico! Hahaha!

Much love!

Dom