A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible (DONA, 2021).
Your doula will give you continuous support during your labor and birth and she will empower you with evidence-based information so that you can clearly understand and communicate your needs to health professionals.
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), evidence suggests that, in addition to regular nursing care, continuous one-to-one emotional support provided by a support person such as a doula is associated with improved outcomes for women in labor”(ACOG, 2017).
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