The Doula Darcy Podcast

Supporting Neurodivergent Families as a Doula with Alix Myers


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In this episode, Darcy welcomes Alix Myers, a birth and postpartum doula from Montreal with a powerful passion for neurodivergent advocacy. Together, they explore the unique needs of neurodivergent birthing people and how doulas can adjust their practices to be more inclusive, neuro-affirming, and trauma-informed.

Alex shares the reasons why it’s so critical that doulas understand the spectrum of neurodivergence—including ADHD, autism, OCD, and sensory sensitivities. She offers practical strategies for building inclusive intake forms, creating sensory-friendly environments, and understanding unique communication styles during birth.

This episode is full of insight, inspiration, and deeply human takeaways that will help doulas expand their care, prepare clients more effectively, and advocate powerfully at births and beyond.

What We Talk About:

  • What neurodivergence is and why it's crucial to understand in perinatal care

  • How doulas can create more inclusive intake forms and birth plans

  • Supporting neurodivergent communication and sensory needs during labor

  • How undiagnosed neurodivergence may intersect with perinatal mental health

  • Preparing neurodivergent families for the postpartum period

  • Why “neuro-affirming” care benefits all clients—not just neurodivergent ones

Resources Mentioned:

  • Alix’s Birth Planning Bundle for Neurodivergent Families: Love Tenderly Website

  • Follow Alix on Instagram: @lovetender.ly_doula

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