Why Do I Need a Doula?
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Studies have shown that having a doula as a member of the birth team...
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decreases the overall cesarean rate by 50%
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reduces the length of labor by 25%
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reduces the use of pitocin (artificial oxytocin) by 40%
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reduces the requests for an epidural by 60%
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8%-15% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal births
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Doulas are able to support home births birth center births, hospital births, including cesareans. A doula at the hospital will provide constant support, physical and emotional to the mama and the family. Your doula will help with positioning to ensure you are in the best position to labor with the least amount of discomfort. Your doula will be there to ensure that you are able to advocate for yourself and your baby.