Sheridan and Deanna, less than 2 hours before Maya was born.

Birth Doula

Having a Doula can give you extra support during your birthing time, no matter what type of birth you are planning. 

The Advantage of having a Doula.

Studies have shown the following benefits of having a doula present at birth:

• 45% reduction in c-section rates

• 25% shorter labor

• 60% reduction in epidural requests

• 50% reduction in pitocin use

• 31% reduction in analgesia use

• 34% reduction in forceps or vacuum deliveries

Women who have used a doula at birth are more satisfied with their births, feel more confident before and after the birth, show a quicker rate of bonding with their newborn, are less likely to have post-partum depression, and more likely to breastfeed.

Resource for Comfort Measures:  Having a doula is like having your very own talking birthing guide. Doulas not only know what helps during birth, they also know what helps and how to do it. Your doula can either perform these comfort measures herself, or help your family or friends to support you with comfort measures. Your birth partners will feel more confident knowing that they are doing the right thing.

Constant Encourager: A doula not only encourages the mother to keep going, but she encourages the labor support to keep going as well. The process of labor can sometimes be long.  A doula can keep you and your partner focused during the most intense part of labor.

Helps Explain Options:  A doula is also a source of information about ways to handle your birth. Medical attendants don't always have time to get into all the options available, and rarely give all the risks and benefits for the options they do give. A doula can help you understand what options are available, and what the pros and cons are. This can help you make better informed decisions.

Click here for additional information on:

• Questions to Ask When Interviewing A Doula
• Pros and Cons Of Professional Labor Support
• Do Doulas Replace Dads?