Doulas

Birth Doulas

A birth doula is a support person trained in the needs of the family during pregnancy & childbirth.  They are YOUR advocate.

Benefits of hiring a doula:

• Pitocin use is reduced by 30%

• Chance of vaginal birth is increased by 12%

• 14% decrease in NICU babies

• Greater chance of being satisfied with birth experience

• Lesser chance of having an unplanned C-section & need for pain medication

• Birth hurts less

• Labor tends to be shorter because it progresses more quickly

"Giving birth can be the most empowering experience of a lifetime- an initiation into a new dimension of mind-body awareness." -Ina May Gaskin

Postpartum Doulas

A postpartum doula is a professional support person trained in the needs of the family & the home in the days, weeks, & months after birth or after the addition of a new baby.  Additional supports may include:

• Breastfeeding support

• Emotional support & encouragement

• Help with newborn care

• Preparing bottles & baby supplies

• Light housework

• Help with sibling education & transition
  
  

"I know, mama, I know.  The days are long, & the nights feel even longer.  I see how tired you are.  You're touched out; You're overstimulated; you just want a moment to yourself.  All day you're there for everyone.  All day, you hold the baby, & who holds you?" -@mybestmomfriend