Doula: δούλα (Greek) = A woman who serves

What is a Doula?

A doula is trained non-medical professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and after labor, to help the mother achieve a healthy and satisfying birth experience. A doula helps support families as they go through the life changing experience of adding a baby to their family. Research has proven that having a doula has improved the physical and psychological outcomes for mothers and babies. Doula’s have a positive impact on the whole family.

Why a Doula?

• A higher satisfaction with birth experience

• Improved communication with medical staff

• Reduced levels of fear and anxiety

• Shorter labor

• Lower cesarean rates

• Lower rate of post-partum depression

• Higher success rate for breastfeeding

• Feeling of Empowerment

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My vision  for Brave and Joyful Birth is that every woman walks away from their birth experienced feeling empowered and heard.  I believe that an empowered birth experience can give moms the confidence need as they enter motherhood.