WHY HIRE A DOULA?

WHY HIRE A DOULA?

  • Continuous Support: Doulas provide continuous, personalized support throughout labor and delivery, helping to ensure that you feel cared for and understood during this important time.

  • Emotional Reassurance: Pregnancy and childbirth can be overwhelming. A doula offers emotional support, helping you navigate your feelings and concerns, which can lead to a more positive birth experience.

  • Informed Decision-Making: Doulas are knowledgeable about the birthing process and can provide evidence-based information, empowering you to make informed choices that align with your values and preferences.

  • Improved Birth Outcomes: Research has shown that the presence of a doula can lead to shorter labor, reduced need for pain relief, lower cesarean rates, and higher overall satisfaction with the 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