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What does a doula help with?

mimi51775mimi51775
in Orange County Babies
If you've used a doula, can you detail what services were offered and what you most benefitted from? 
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Re: What does a doula help with?

  • CupcakeGirl08CupcakeGirl08

    This is from the DONA website:

    "The word ?doula? comes from the ancient Greek meaning ?a woman who serves?and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before,during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period." "Studies have shown that when doulas attend birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier and they breastfeed more easily."

    I am using one for my birth so she can help me with a natural/un-medicated birth. We are a Bradley couple and I just think she will be so much help throughout labor to give my Husband a break and to also help  in giving me the birth experience I want.

     

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  • sportsmommy2sportsmommy2
    Everything!  Look at this site for more details on how they can help you.  https://www.socaldoulas.com/
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