Doula (noun)
: a person trained to provide advice, information, emotional support, and physical comfort to a mother before, during, and just after childbirth
Why would you hire a doula?
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Improve maternal and infant outcomes
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Decrease the chances of preterm birth
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Increase the chances of having a good breastfeeding schedule
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Higher levels of satisfaction among new parents
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Lower the risk of low birth weight in newborns
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Lower the risk of complications during birth
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Reduction of risk of c-section (cesarean section)
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Hiring a doula is a personal choice, but evidence suggests it could help the entire birthing process run smoothly.