dou·la
/ˌdo͞olə/
Historically, Greek doulē female servant & helper was not a “job”, rather a simple convention of a culture, the norm!
Currently, a doula is a person experienced and/or trained to provide information, emotional support, and physical comfort to a mother and family before, during, and just after birth.
As far as we have come in our modern era, we’ve left behind moms, families, and babies with regards to support, understanding, and advocacy. This is where YOU will find me, your personal advocate; holding space for you.
In this way, I am honored and excited to be on your team. I’ll help you get grounded in your journey, make sure everyone in your team – baby too – have what they need by way of education, understanding, and expertise.
With me by your side;
- Your voice will be heard.
- You will be informed of your choices.
- You will feel confident you have the support you deserve.
Here’s what the data says about a birth doula:
- 50% decrease in cesarean section.
- 25% decrease in length of labor.
- 30% decrease in use of forceps.
- 40% decrease in use of oxytocin (Pitocin).
- 60% decrease in the use of epidurals.
- 30% decrease in pain medication.
- Improved Breastfeeding.
- Decreased Postpartum Depression.
- Greater Maternal Satisfaction.
- Recognizes birth as a key experience the mother will remember all her life.
- Works Cooperatively within the birth team to help you realize your goals.
- Provides emotional support, physical comfort measures and an objective viewpoint, as well as helping the woman get the information she needs to make informed decisions.
- Allows the woman’s husband or partner to participate at their comfort level.
- Helps facilitate communication between the laboring woman, her husband or partner and her clinical care providers.
- Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor.
- Provides continuous support throughout the labor.
- Assists the woman in preparing for and carrying out her preferences for the birth while nurturing and protecting the woman’s memory of the birth experience.
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