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Why Doula Support?

The importance and benefits of having professional doula support during your birth journey

Why you should get doula support - Toronto professional doula services

What is a Doula?

A doula is a professional who provides physical, emotional, and informational support to families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. They do not perform medical interventions but empower you throughout the process.

Your doula is someone who stands by you during your birth journey, listens to you, supports you, and empowers you. They share their professional knowledge and experience to make your birth process more positive and safe.

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The word doula comes from Greek meaning "a woman who serves women." For thousands of years, women have supported each other during birth.

Scientific Research Results

The benefits of doula support are scientifically proven

28%

fewer cesarean sections

31%

less use of pain medication

34%

higher birth satisfaction

Source: Evidence Based Birth® Research

Benefits of Doula Support

Advantages of getting professional support during your birth journey

Shorter Labor Duration

Research shows that women who receive doula support experience shorter labor times.

Fewer Medical Interventions

With doula support, there is less need for epidurals, cesareans, and other medical interventions.

Positive Birth Experience

Women who receive doula support report higher satisfaction with their birth experience.

Continuous Support

Your doula stays by your side throughout labor, doesn't work in shifts, and provides continuous support.

What Does a Doula Do?

Comprehensive support your doula provides during your birth journey

Information

Provides evidence-based information about the birth process, options, and rights, helping you make informed decisions.

Emotional Support

Stays by your side throughout the process, listens to you, encourages you, and provides moral support.

Physical Comfort

Offers physical support during labor with massage, position suggestions, and relaxation techniques.

Doula and Medical Team

Complementary roles - Doula and medical team work together

Doula

  • Provides emotional and physical support
  • Stays continuously by your side throughout labor
  • Helps you make informed decisions
  • Also supports your partner

Medical Team

  • Provides medical care and intervention
  • Monitors the health of mother and baby
  • Intervenes in case of complications
  • Performs medical procedures

Important: A doula does not replace the medical team. Doulas and medical teams work together to provide you with the best care. Your doula facilitates communication with the medical team and advocates for your preferences.

Explore Our Other Services

Learn more about our specialized support for you and your baby

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Prenatal Education

With our birth preparation trainings, we help you understand every stage of birth and feel strong during the birth.

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Birth Support

We provide physical and emotional support according to your needs and preferences during birth.

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Breastfeeding Support

Breastfeeding can be a special and sometimes challenging process for mothers. Our expert Doula guides you during breastfeeding, helps you solve problems and strengthens the bond between you and your baby.

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We Are With You On Your Birth Journey

Make your birth process safer and more enjoyable with professional doula support.