Benefits of a Doula.

Studies have shown the following benefits of having a doula present at birth:

• 45% reduction in c-section rates
• 25% shorter labor
• 60% reduction in epidural requests
• 50% reduction in pitocin use
• 31% reduction in analgesia use
• 34% reduction in forceps or vacuum deliveries

Women who have used a doula at birth are more satisfied with their births, feel more confident before and after the birth, show a quicker rate of bonding with their newborn, are less likely to have post-partum depression, and more likely to breastfeed.