Benefits of a Doula

Clinical studies have found that a doula's presence at birth tends to result in:

~Shorter labors with fewer complications

~Reduces the need for pitocin, forceps or vacuum extraction and cesareans

~Reduces the mother's request for pain medication and/or epidurals

 

Research shows parents who receive support can:

~Feel more secure and cared for

~Are more successful in adapting to new family dynamics

~Have a greater success with breastfeeding

~Have a greater self-confidence

~Have less postpartum depression