Services Provided

Doulas offer emotional support by providing a comforting presence, reassurance, and encouragement. They help create a positive and empowering atmosphere during labor and birth.

Doulas provide evidence-based information about various aspects of childbirth, such as labor positions, pain management options, and interventions. They help individuals make informed decisions that align with their birth preferences.

Doulas use comfort measures such as massage, counter-pressure, breathing techniques, and positioning to help manage pain and discomfort during labor. They can also assist with relaxation techniques and provide suggestions for laboring positions.

Doulas advocate for the birthing person’s wishes and preferences, helping to ensure their voice is heard and respected by healthcare providers. They facilitate communication between the birthing person and the medical team.

Doulas remain with the birthing person throughout labor, offering continuous support regardless of the length of the labor process. This continuous presence can help reduce anxiety and increase feelings of security.

Doulas also support the birthing person’s partner, offering guidance on how to best assist and comfort during labor. They can help partners feel more confident and involved in the birthing process.

Doulas can assist in developing a birth plan or preferences document and help communicate these preferences to healthcare providers.

• Discuss the birthing person’s desires and goals for labor and delivery.
• Explore preferences for pain management, birthing positions, and medical interventions.
• Review any specific birth plans or preferences the expectant parents have.

• If the birthing person hasn’t created a birth plan, assist them in developing one.
• Discuss what should be included in the birth plan and help them articulate their wishes.

• Explain common medical procedures and interventions that may occur during labor and birth.
• Provide information on the potential benefits and risks associated with these interventions.

• Discuss various comfort measures, such as breathing techniques, relaxation, massage, and positioning.
• Explain pain management options, including natural methods, epidurals, and other medications.

• Share coping strategies for managing pain, anxiety, and stress during labor.
• Discuss mindfulness techniques, visualization, and other relaxation methods.

• Talk about creating a comfortable and soothing birth environment, whether at home or in a hospital or birth center.
• Discuss the use of music, aromatherapy, and other elements to enhance the birthing environment.