“Providing labor support to birthing people is both risk-free and highly effective. Evidence shows that continuous support can decrease the risk of Cesarean, the use of medications for pain relief, and the risk of a low five minute Apgar score. Labor support also increases satisfaction and the chance of a spontaneous vaginal birth. Continuous support may also shorten labor and decrease the use of Pitocin. Although continuous support can also be offered by birth partners, midwives, nurses, or even some physicians, research has shown that with some outcomes, doulas have a stronger effect than other types of support persons. As such, doulas should be viewed by both parents and providers as a valuable, evidence-based member of the birth care team.” – EBB
I go to my client’s side when they feel that they need my support, no matter what time they call. After arriving to support my client, I stay with them until after they have given birth, are comfortably and have fed their baby. If I have an emergency and need to leave a client’s birth for an emergent reason, I have a backup doula to provide support. Does this sound like the kind of support you would like to have at your birth? Let’s set up a free consultation to meet and talk about what you are looking for in a doula!