WHAT IS A DOULA: A doula is a trained birth professional that provides emotional support, physical support, and informational support to a family before, during and after the birth of their precious baby.
WHY HIRE A DOULA: Studies show having a doula can reduce:
*Medical Interventions:
-Pitocin -labor inducer (up to 71%)
-Epidurals (up to 60%)
-Cesarean Sections (up to 51%)
*Length of labor may be shortened
*Mothers are typically more satisfied with their births
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF:
*why do you want a doula?
*What type of childbirth education have you received and how do you perceive labor and birth?
*Do you want a doula to provide a refresher or private childbirth classes?
*Do you want a doula to take photographs/video the birth?
*Do want a doula that provides alternative pain management (acupressure,aromatherapy, water birth, etc.)?
*Are you planning an epidural? Do you want a doula that supports this option?
*Do you want a doula that is willing to provide support at home?
*Do you want a doula that will provide you the information to make an informed decision about your pregnancy, healthcare provider, birth options, etc.?
*How much are you able to afford for a doula? Would hiring a new doula, waiting for certification births that charges less for their services be acceptable?
WHY HIRE A DOULA: Studies show having a doula can reduce:
*Medical Interventions:
-Pitocin -labor inducer (up to 71%)
-Epidurals (up to 60%)
-Cesarean Sections (up to 51%)
*Length of labor may be shortened
*Mothers are typically more satisfied with their births
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF:
*why do you want a doula?
*What type of childbirth education have you received and how do you perceive labor and birth?
*Do you want a doula to provide a refresher or private childbirth classes?
*Do you want a doula to take photographs/video the birth?
*Do want a doula that provides alternative pain management (acupressure,aromatherapy, water birth, etc.)?
*Are you planning an epidural? Do you want a doula that supports this option?
*Do you want a doula that is willing to provide support at home?
*Do you want a doula that will provide you the information to make an informed decision about your pregnancy, healthcare provider, birth options, etc.?
*How much are you able to afford for a doula? Would hiring a new doula, waiting for certification births that charges less for their services be acceptable?