5 Reasons Every Expecting Birthing Person Needs a Doula

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Written By Kali Rodgers

  1. Continous Emotional Support: A doula provides uninterrupted support throughout labor, unlike medical staff who may change shifts. This can reduce stress, anxiety, and feelings of isolation during birth.

  2. Improvement in Birth Outcomes: Studies show birthing people with doulas are less likely to need the use of pain medication, more likely to report positive birth experiences, less likely to need a C-section, more likely to have shorter labors

  3. Advocacy and Empowerment: Doulas help amplify the birthing person’s voice, ensuring their preferences are heard and respected. They can assist in understanding medical language, clarify options, empowering informed decision-making.

  4. Personalized Comfort Techniques: From breathing exercises and massage, to position changes and visualization, doulas tailor non-medical comfort measures to the individual’s needs during their labor and delivery experience.

  5. Support for the Partner and Family: Doulas guide the partner and family of the birthing person to understand how best to support their loved one. This creates a stronger birth team and reduces the pressure on the support person.

Kali Rodgers