Hi there, I gave birth to my son 3 mths ago at the Al Ahli (having arrived in Doha 4-5 mths pregnant and like you, somewhat apprehensive of my options etc). the Obstetrician there was very good, and very western in her approach. I had my son naturally (no intervention), but you need to be clear that this is your preference. I preferred the birth experience I had with my daughter in Australia (in a nice big bath with a midwife), but you won't get these options here (if that is what you are interested in). My husband could attend (mind you, he did get a bit daunted by all the cacophony at the end, I swear the gaggle of women at the end of my bed were practically ululating! - womens business!) and my son is fine, the only grumble I have is with the nurses in the maternity ward later, they are a bit old fashioned in there approach - feeding formula to your baby when you only want to breastfeed etc ... you just need to be clear and affirmitive. But would overall have no problems recommending the hospital. Feel free to email me if you wish to discuss further.
Hi there, I gave birth to my son 3 mths ago at the Al Ahli (having arrived in Doha 4-5 mths pregnant and like you, somewhat apprehensive of my options etc). the Obstetrician there was very good, and very western in her approach. I had my son naturally (no intervention), but you need to be clear that this is your preference. I preferred the birth experience I had with my daughter in Australia (in a nice big bath with a midwife), but you won't get these options here (if that is what you are interested in). My husband could attend (mind you, he did get a bit daunted by all the cacophony at the end, I swear the gaggle of women at the end of my bed were practically ululating! - womens business!) and my son is fine, the only grumble I have is with the nurses in the maternity ward later, they are a bit old fashioned in there approach - feeding formula to your baby when you only want to breastfeed etc ... you just need to be clear and affirmitive. But would overall have no problems recommending the hospital. Feel free to email me if you wish to discuss further.