The Benefits of a Doula
The benefits of having a Doula are indisputable and include:
More positive birth experience
Shortening your labour
Reduced anxiety and stress
Reduced need for painkillers and epidural
Reduced risk of instrumental birth / interventions
Increased chance of successfully establishing breastfeeding
Commenting on the results of research into the benefits of doulas; paediatrician, John Kennell MD stated "If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it".
Doula Services
VIRTUAL DOULA SUPPORT
All the benefits of having a doula without me joining you in the birth space when the time comes. I will support you every step of the way to provide you with information, emotional support and make sure that you feel prepared, calm, confident and ready to meet your baby!
IN PERSON ANTENATAL & BIRTH DOULA SUPPORT
If you are based in Central England and want a trusted & familiar person by your side before, during and after your birth then I am here for you every step of the way.
I am not here to replace your partner but to support you both so that you feel calm & confident as you approach, and throughout, labour and birth.
POSTNATAL DOULA SUPPORT
I am here to support you in those first days and weeks as you adjust to your new family in whatever capacity you need so that YOU feel held & nurtured while you hold & nurture your baby.
Every birth is pure POWER!
You are in control. You have the power to not only bring your baby into the world calmly, but also to handle anything that comes your way during the birth and beyond. You can do this! You are Strong and you are Mighty.
Don't believe me? You will!!
Vikki x
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