What is a Doula?
The term “doula” is an ancient Greek word meaning woman servant. Presently, it refers to a woman trained and experienced in childbirth.
The role of the doula is to provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support during labor & delivery and the immediate postpartum period. The wisdom and emotional support provided by experienced women during labor and birth is not a new idea. In nearly every culture throughout history, women have been surrounded and cared for by other women during childbirth. The modern doula is an ancient tradition.
Studies have shown dramatic enhancement of overall birth satisfaction when a doula is present.
The role of the doula is to provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support during labor & delivery and the immediate postpartum period. The wisdom and emotional support provided by experienced women during labor and birth is not a new idea. In nearly every culture throughout history, women have been surrounded and cared for by other women during childbirth. The modern doula is an ancient tradition.
Studies have shown dramatic enhancement of overall birth satisfaction when a doula is present.
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For Babies
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