doula services

The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves," and is now used to refer to trained and experienced professionals who provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during, and just after birth. 

Studies show that when doulas attend birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier, and they breastfeed more easily.

A Birth Doula 

Recognizes birth as an experience the mother will remember all her life

Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor

Assists the woman in preparing for and carrying out her birth plans

Stays with the woman throughout the labor

Provides emotional support, physical comfort measures, and an objective viewpoint, while helping the woman get the information she needs to make informed decisions

Facilitates communication between the laboring woman, her partner, and clinical care providers

Perceives her role as nurturing and strives to protect the woman's memory of the birth experience

Allows the woman's partner to participate at his/her comfort level

Certified by DONA International

Research shows that postpartum doula services can ease the transition that comes with the addition of a baby to a family, improve parental satisfaction, and reduce the risk of mood disorders.