What is a doula?
The Greek word doula (pronounced doo-la) means woman caregiver. This word is now used to describe a trained and experienced labor companion who provides the woman and her husband/ partner with continuous emotional and physical support before, during and just after childbirth. A doula also works as an advocate to help the laboring woman make her wishes known to hospital staff.
Why should I hire a doula?
Studies have shown women who hire doulas are....
- 26% less likely to give birth by cesarean section
- 41% less likely to give birth with vacuum extraction or forceps
- 28% less likely to use any analgesia or anesthesia and
- 33% less likely to be dissatisfied with or negatively rate their birth experiences
Studies also show doula care is linked with a decrease in postpartum depression and improved success in breastfeeding.
Please take a look around! Feel free to contact me at (520) 591-3024 or BestBirth4You@aol.com if you have any questions/comments or are interested in setting up an interview.
