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
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