What is a Doula?
The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek term meaning "a woman caregiver of another woman."
A doula is a woman who has education and experience assisting women through the childbirth process.Doulas provide emotional support and physical comfort measures during labor and delivery. They will also help with positioning and movement, which assists in the descent of the baby and pain management for the mother.Doulas pay special attention to the woman during labor and will not leave them during this time. Doulas are also aware of the memories that a woman will carry with her of the birth and promote a positive birth experience.
