A labor doula is a professionally trained woman who attends the birthing family before, during and just after the birth of the baby. The doula helps develop a birth plan, teach relaxation and visualization, and breathing skills useful for labor. A doula offers comfort, consistent support throughout the entire labor and delivery, and information about birth options.
Why Use a Doula?
• 60% reduction in epidural requests
• 50% reduction is cesarean rate
• 40% reduction in Oxytocin use
• 40% reduction in forceps delivery
• 30% reduction is analgesia use
• 25% reduction in labor
As a CAPPA Labor Doula Sharon provides
• Rest and relaxation techniques
• Support for the mother's partner
• Encouragement to eat and drink during early labor
• Assistance in using a variety of helpful positions and comfort measures
• Constant focus on the comfort of both the mother and her partner
• Help to make the environment one in which the mother feels secure and confident
• Her expertise in HypnoBirthing® which enhances her skills as a doula
