A birth Doula ... nurtures while encouraging energy. What is a Doula? Throughout time woman have helped other women birth. A doula is a professional continuous support for a pregnant and birthing mother. A Doula never takes the place of the birthing mom's partner, the health care provider, midwife, or family. A doula is there to compliment and encourage hospital staff, midwives, doctors, and family.
A birth doula understands the natural birth process and tries to encourage a birth with as few interventions as possible, knowing that it is the safest choice. a birth Doula never gives medical advice or performs medical taskes. However, a birth Doula can share her knowledge, experience, and a wide scope of resources that have been scientifically proven. this way a couple can make informed choices whic will encourage a safe a gentle birth.
The couple will be prpared to make educated, informative decisions surrounding their birth. If medication is needed for promoting labor, or to reduce pain, I will fully support and respect all your choices. after all, this is your birth, and I am here to servie you without and prconcoived agenda. If a cesarean is needed, I will be right there along side of you and your partner, if you are so inclined. The goal and desire of birth is to have a healthy baby and delighted mother. However the baby comes into the world, I am prepared and trained to serve you throughout the entire process. |
The presence of another woman helps to nurture and seve the mother, while comforting her during the birthing experience. as well as emotional and informational support, a doula can serve you physically through different techniques used in labor. These comfort measures can include: massage, breathing, hydro-therapy, positioning, aroma-therapy and relaxation techniques.
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