Continuous Pregnancy, Labor and Birth support that feels steady, grounding and rooted in the knowledge your body was made to birth your baby. 
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​​Postpartum support that is grounded in helping you bond with your new baby. Mothering the Mother to help relieve stress and help to gain confidence as a new parent. ​


FAQ
Here are some frequently asked questions about birth doula's and what I do as your doula, as well as things that are out of my scope and I do NOT do. 

Why hire a birth doula? 
Benefits o f having a doula at your labor and birth: 
Statistical improved outcomes

31% Decrease in the use of pitocin*
28% decrease in the risk of c-section*
12% increase likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth*
9% Decrease in the risk of newborn being admitted to a special care nursery
34% Decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with your birth experience
57.5% in the odds of developing postpartum depression*

https://dona.org/benefits-of-a-doula/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10292163/

What does a doula do? 
Doula's provide:
Emotional and physical support throughout labor, birth and postpartum. 

Position recommendations for labor progression. 
Comfort measures such as: comforting touch, breathing techniques, counter pressure, massage, aromatherapy, positive affirmations, help with atmosphere. 
A vast knowledge of how the pregnant body works to assure you know what is going on at each stage. 
Helping Dad/Partner in ways to help the Mom. 

Emotional support:
Doulas help families feel supported by easing the emotional experience of birth. Help creating space where your body can work its best with your contractions while remaining grounded and centered. 
Weather birth is medicated or medically complex every family can benefit from the nurturing connection doula's help provide. 

I do not provide any medical services. I do not check dilation, fetal heart tones, vitals or anything else of that nature. 
 

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