Why Hire a Birth Doula?

a doula recognizes childbirth as a key life experience that the mother will remember forever.
a doula understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor.
a doula assists mothers in preparing for and carrying out their plans for the birth.
a doula stays by the side of the laboring woman throughout the entire labor.
a doula provides emotional support, physical comfort measures, and an objective viewpoint.
a doula helps the mother get the information she needs to make good decisions.
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Why Hire a Doula?
Almost every woman can benefit from the special attention and continuity of care that a doula gives. Below are just a few reasons why people hire doulas (compliments of DONA International):
50% reduction in cesarean section 
25% decrease in length of labor
30% decrease in the use of forceps
40% decrease in the use of pitocin
60% decrease in the use of epidural
30% decrease in the use of pain meds 
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Research shows parents who receive professional birth support:
- feel more secure and cared for.
- are more successful in adapting to new family dynamics.
- have greater success with breastfeeding.
- have greater self-confidence.
- have less postpartum depression.


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