Congratulations on your pregnancy and your decision to research birth doula services!
"The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period."
DONA.org (2009) What is a doula?
Research shows that utilizing a birth doula
- shortens labor- reduces the need for medical interventions- creates a more positive birth experience - reduces the mothers request for pain medication DONA.org (2009) Why use a doula?For more information about doulas visist Doulas of North America Internatinal at DONA.org
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