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Quick Facts:

What is a Doula?

 

A doula is a trained professional who supports a woman during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. They offer emotional and physical support, help with comfort measures, and provide education to create a positive birthing experience.

When a woman has the continuous support of a doula

  • The pitocin use goes down 31%

  • Cesarean rate decreases by 28%

  • There is a 12% increase in spontaneous vaginal births

  • 9% decrease in medications for pain relief

  • 14% decrease in newborns being admitted to a special care nursery

  • 34% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience

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