How Do Doulas Help You Have a Positive Birth?

Mom Doula - Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, Windsor, North BayThrough many personal birth stories and researched studies it has been well documented that having a trained Doula provides women with a more positive birth experience.

The acceptance of Doulas in maternity care is growing rapidly with the recognition of their important contribution to the improved physical outcomes and emotional well-being of mothers and infants.

  • 31% decrease in the use of Pitocin*
  • 28% decrease in the risk of C-section*
  • 12% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth*
  • 9% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief
  • 14% decrease in the risk of newborns being admitted to a special care nursery
  • 34% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience*

For these outcomes,* results with a Doula were better than all the other types of continuous support that were studied.

baby and mom - Doula - Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, Windsor, North BayHere Are More Advantages

  • Greater maternal satisfaction
  • Increased sense of well-being & control
  • Fewer medical interventions
  • Decreased need for c-section & increased vaginal birth
  • Success after c-section (VBAC)
  • Shorter labors
  • More confident & supportive partners
  • Better mother-infant interaction
  • Increased success in breastfeeding
  • Decreased postpartum depression

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