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Doulas improve birth! Evidence based studies have been done that show this.
Based on 6 randomized studies of over 1500 women, the presence of a doula :
reduces overall cesarean rate by 50%
reduces length of labor by 25%
reduces oxytocin (Pitocin) use by 40%
reduces use of pain medications by 30%
reduces the need for forceps by 40%
reduces requests for epidurals by 60%
Taken from “Mothering the Mother: How a doula can help you have a shorter, easier and healthier birth” by Marshall H. Klauss, MD; John H. Kennel, MD; and Phyliss H. Klauss, M.Ed, CSW page 51 Addison- Wesley Publishing Company
Birth Doula Services include:
Initial Meeting- This is a chance for you to get to know more about me and see if we could have a compatible working relationship. There is no charge for this initial meeting.
At Least Two Prenatal Meetings- During these times we can continue to get to know each other and discuss your birth plans and expectations.
Availability by phone and email- I can answer questions or help you in collecting information.
Labor Support- Arrival at your labor at any point you desire care. I remain for the duration of the labor and for 1-2 hours afterwards to make sure that you are comfortable with newborn care and breastfeeding.
Postpartum Visit- I will follow up in a few days after the birth and again in two weeks to see how everyone is doing, to answer questions and to review the birth.
For more information about Doulas, contact DONA
Doula Services
