
Many people have heard of a doula but don’t know exactly what a doula does or what their purpose is. A doula is a labor coach or an assistant so to speak, that provides non-medical support for the mother while she is in labor. A doula helps to prepare you for childbirth by providing emotional support for both the soon-to-be mother and father. While in labor, the doula will then encourage you to use the techniques you have learned in childbirth-preparation classes. Once the baby is born, the … [Read more...]