Why Families Choose a Doula Research Shows Doula Support Can:
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25% lower likelihood of cesarean birth
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8% greater likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth
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10% lower use of pain medication
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31% lower dissatisfaction with the birth experience
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Reduce labor duration
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Improve breastfeeding initiation and confidence
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Provide greater confidence, informed decision-making, and emotional well-being during labor
Point #3
Whether offering comfort measures, education, encouragement, or helping families navigate important decisions, a labor doula helps create a birth experience that reflects the family's unique philosophy and vision for welcoming their baby.
Point #2
They take time to understand each family's values, preferences, traditions, and goals so care aligns with what matters most to them.
Point #1
A labor doula provides steady guidance, reassurance, and hands-on support throughout pregnancy, labor, and the early postpartum period, helping families feel informed, confident, and prepared for the experience ahead.
Doula Support
Every Family Deserves Support
Your $1500 contribution ensures a family is connected to a certified full spectrum doula.
They will receive:
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3-4 Prenatal visits that include delving and attuning to their birth philosophy, pregnancy education development of their birth plan, labor preparation and mapping a postpartum plan
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On call support 37 weeks prior to estimated due date or scheduled labor (e.g. induction, c-section)
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Uninterrupted labor support in collaboration with the care team at any identified location (NOTE: No doula attends an intentionally unassisted home birth. All doulas support in setting with the required clinical providers (midwife or OBGYN)
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1-2 Postpartum visits to support early transition home and identification of additional maternal supports to aid in full recovery (i.e. postpartum doula, perinatal mental health therapist, acupuncturist, etc.)
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Throughout entire support call, text, and access to doula library. Clients also receive emotional and informational support up to 10 weeks postpartum
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The contribution also ensures the doula is reimbursed for services rendered.