A birth doula provides support during labor and birth.
Some of the support that doulas provide are (but not limited too) :
Pregnancy Education
Birth Preparation
Emotional Support
Home Support (Postpartum)
The main difference between doulas and medical professionals are doulas DO NOT preform medical task, procedures, and advice. Some examples are cervical checks, provides medications, etc…
The Benefits of having Doula Support are…
Lower chance of having a Cesarean. 1
More positive pregnancy and birth experience
Less medical Interventions
These are just a few examples of the many benefits of having a doula present during pregnancy and at birth!
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Sources:
1 National Library of Medicine: The Effect of Doulas on Maternal and Birth Outcomes
2 March of Dimes.org : Doulas can Improve Care Before, During, and after Childbirth
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