Birth Support
Giving birth is both an incredible and intense experience. With a birth doula on your side you gain a steadfast companion who focuses on you and your well being while making sure that your birth experience is positive and empowering. To give you a better idea of the support I provide - before, during and after labour, read on below.
creating a birth plan that aligns with your ideas and values
evidence based information on childbirth, pain management and postpartum care
learning about relaxation techniques, breathing exercises and benefits of different positions during labour
assurance, encouragement and a calm presence during labour
massage and positioning suggestions and various techniques to help manage pain and promote labour progress
making sure your birth preferences are communicated and respected by the medical team
getting you comfortable after birth, helping with skin to skin and breastfeeding
postnatal visit to check on you, provide support
Research has shown that continuous doula support can lead to fewer cesarean births, shorter labour, reduced use of pain relief and less interventions such as epidurals, forceps etc. on Top of that there is evidence that mothers who have the support of a doula are also more likely to have a positive birth experience and lower rates of postnatal depression and anxiety.
If all that sounds good to you and you would like to have some more information or book me as your doula, please do get in touch.
