What a Doula Provides

• Explanations of medical procedures and interventions

• Emotional support

• Exercise and physical suggestions to make pregnancy & childbirth more comfortable

• Help with preparation of a birth plan

• Massage and other alternative pain relief measures

• Positioning suggestions during labor and birth

• Partner support

• Help with breastfeeding preparation and beginning

• Is present during entire labor and afterwards as long as is needed by parent(s)