Why a doula?
Have you ever wondered why you should have a birth doula? Here are some reasons that might interest you...
A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families before, during, and after childbirth. Unlike medical providers, doulas do not perform clinical tasks but instead focus on creating a calm, empowering environment for the birthing person. They offer continuous encouragement, help with comfort measures like breathing techniques and positioning, and advocate for the family's preferences in birth plans. Doulas also support partners, helping them feel more confident and involved in the process. Doulas can extend care into the weeks following birth, assisting with newborn care, breastfeeding support, and emotional recovery.
Benefits
Positive Perspective
Doulas assist in providing support that helps your birth plan become a reality. We help cultivate a positive environment that makes you feel comfortable and assured.
But let's be honest, birth can be unpredictable at times. A doula is there to help you gain a positive perspective of changing circumstances and ensure that you feel heard and cared for.
Lowers Rates of Cesaerean
Studies show that the rate of a caesarean birth decreases by 68% when a doula is present!
We are trained in knowing what positions are best to put you in to help shift your baby into the right location. We also assist you in making informed decisions regarding interventions such as pain relief, labor inductions, monitoring, and assisted births.
Increased Bond Between Parent & Baby
A doula can help facilitate and encourage bonding activities during the fourth trimester. We have resources and references for things like lactation support, skin-to-skin, and more.
We also provide moral support in advocating for yourself and your little one to allow the time you need to bond with your baby.
Lower Rates of Postpartum Mood Disorders
When you have a
+ positive outlook of your birth experience
+ supported bonding with your newborn
+ continued care and influence
the rates of postpartum mood disorders such as postpartum depression, anxiety, and Postpartum Psychosis reduce significantly!
"Doulas remind us that birth is not only about making babies. It's about making mothers strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and believe in their inner strength."
- Barbara Katz Rothman