*All Births are currently under the supervision of Mykela from Blissful Births.
What is a Birth Doula?
A birth doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and their families before, during, and after childbirth. Their goal is to ensure a positive birth experience by offering personalized assistance, promoting comfort, and empowering the birthing person to make informed decisions.
A birth doula provides a unique, supportive role that complements the care provided by medical professionals, ensuring that the birthing person feels cared for, heard, and empowered throughout the entire process.
Reduced Labor Duration: Studies show that the presence of a doula can lead to shorter labor times.
Increased Satisfaction: Many birthing people report a greater sense of satisfaction with their birth experience.
Lower Risk of Interventions: Doulas can reduce the likelihood of certain interventions, like the use of pain medication or cesarean sections.
Benefits of Hiring a Birth Doula
Birthing Services
Education: Doulas provide information about the stages of labor, pain management options, and what to expect during the birth process. This helps reduce anxiety and prepare the birthing person for their experience.
Birth Plan Assistance: They help create a birth plan that reflects the family’s preferences and values, offering guidance on different choices (e.g., birthing positions, pain relief options, interventions).
Emotional Support: Doulas listen to concerns, offer encouragement, and help partners or family members feel more involved and informed.
Prenatal Support:
Initial Bonding: After the birth, doulas support the new family by helping with early bonding, breastfeeding guidance, and recovery.
Practical Assistance: They may assist with light household chores, help the family navigate postpartum changes, and offer a listening ear during the early days of parenthood.
Postpartum Support:
Physical Comfort: Doulas assist with techniques such as massage, breathing exercises, and positioning to help manage pain and enhance comfort.
Emotional Encouragement: They provide continuous emotional support, offering reassurance and helping to calm fears or anxiety during labor.
Advocacy: While doulas do not provide medical care, they help communicate the birthing person's preferences to medical staff and ensure that the individual’s wishes are respected.
