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Thursday, July 5, 2012

RESOURCES: Doula

From Lamaze
In most cultures, women do not labor alone. Throughout time, women have welcomed other women—mothers, sisters, trusted friends or experienced childbirth attendants—at their births. In recent time, birthing women in the United States also have welcomed the presence and support of their partners. Have you considered who you would like to have at your birth? Read More...


I Challenge You to a Doula (funny, from a dad's perspective)
Unless you live in Berkeley you could probably use a refresher on what the deal is with doulas. Fair enough. Read more...
 
Continuous support for women during childbirth - Cochrane Summaries
 
Continuous support in labour increased the chance of a spontaneous vaginal birth, had no harm, and women were more satisfied. Read more...


A note about our "Resources" pages: We offer these resources as one step of your informed decision-making process.  Each mother and each circumstance are unique.  There is no one "right" way.  One article or study does not an informed decision make.  Read more.  Research more.  Talk openly with your carefully chosen care provider and those who will support you.  Then, make the decision that is right for you.


 



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