Doula or Don’t Ya?

Doula or Don’t Ya?

That is the question. Of course you do-la! Once you know the
importance and significance of having a labor support doula present at your
labor and delivery, I am sure you will at least consider the option.

Consider this: having a doula at labor can cut your
labor time almost in half.

My last four hospital deliveries included three first time
mommies and a second timer who chose to use a doula and opted for a non
medicated delivery this time. All four of these women delivered within six
hours of getting to the hospital. This is excellent for first timers and all
were able to labor naturally, quietly, feeling nurtured (very important word
here) controlled, relaxed and empowered.

After they put the baby in new mommy Niki’s arms, she turned
to me and said,