Gentle Care Doula Services

(905) 812-1954

The acceptance of doulas in maternal care is growing rapidly with the recognition of their important contribution to the improved physical outcomes and emotional well-being of mothers and infants. DOULAS PROVEN TO IMPROVE BIRTH OUTCOMES If you or someone you love is about to give birth you have most likely considered a variety of labour and birth options.  If there was a drug or other option that had no negative side effects and had been proven in ten randomized trials to reduce:  The cesarean rate by about 45% The length of labour by 25%  Oxytocin use by 50%  Pain medication use by 31% The need for forceps by 34%  Reduced requests for epidurals by    10 – 60 % Would you be interested – (1) Doulas do just that!  When considering your many birth options, do not overlook one of the most advantageous options available today…the care of a doula.   Klaus, Kennel, Klaus, The Doula Book: 1.How a Trained Labor Companion Can Help You Have a Shorter, Easier, and Healthier Birth, 2002