WHY HIRE A DOULA?

WHY HIRE A DOULA?

  • Continuous Support: Doulas offer steady, personalized care during labor and birth, making sure you feel supported, heard, and cared for every step of the way.

  • Emotional Reassurance: A doula provides calm, caring support to help you manage emotions and feel more confident throughout your pregnancy and birth.

  • Informed Decision-Making: Doulas share clear, reliable information to help you make confident choices that match your needs and values.

  • Improved Birth Outcomes: Having a doula can lead to shorter labor, less need for medication, fewer C-sections, and a more positive birth experience.

The Statistics Speak for Themselves!

Did you know that having a doula can significantly influence your birth experience? Here are some eye-opening statistics that highlight the benefits of hiring a doula from Evidence Based Birth:

The researchers found that overall, continuous support during birth leads to a:

  • 25% decrease in the risk of Cesarean; the largest effect was seen with a doula (39% decrease)*

  • 8% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth; the largest effect was seen with a doula (15% increase)*

  • 10% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief; the type of person providing continuous support did not make a difference

  • Shorter labors by 41 minutes on average; there is no data on if the type of person providing continuous support makes a difference

  • 38% decrease in the baby’s risk of a low five-minute Apgar score; there is no data on if the type of person providing continuous support makes a difference

  • 31% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience; this risk was reduced with continuous support provided by a doula or someone in their social network (family or friend), but not hospital staff