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A doula can be an invaluable resource for mothers (and their families) in welcoming a baby into their home.  "Doula" comes derives from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who services".

Birth (labor support) Doulas are known for supporting the emotional and physical comfort needs of pregnant women to during the labor process. While birth doulas are not able to perform clinical tasks, they are able to recommend labor positioning techniques, offer aromatherapy, massages, etc., to the patient to assist in the labor process. The role of the birth doula is heavily focused upon during the stages leading up to birth and stay up until several hours after giving birth.

Birth Doula (Before/During birth)

• Emotional and physical support during the later stages of pregnancy to birth

• Provide informational support regarding pregnancy that is evidence based

• Performing physical comfort techniques during labor

• Lactation Support

• Act as an advocate for family during the birth of baby, without giving medical advice

• Baby soothing techniques (infant massage, swaddling, etc)

• Sibling Support

• Bonding Techniques

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Postpartum Doulas primary focus is to offer compassion and support in an unprejudiced manner, while mom regains physical and emotional stability after having her baby. The role of a postpartum doula begins usually the moment mom returns home from the hospital. Postpartum doulas are also able to detect the early stages of postpartum depression, which can play a vital role in drastically reducing the severity and recovery time of the illness.  The length of a postpartum doulas stay can be anywhere from a few days up to several months. An example of customized care we enjoy providing to our clients would be lactation support at your hospital, birth center or home birth as part of your postpartum care.  It is our goal at Mother Baby Connection, to foster a positive postpartum and breastfeeding experience. We also offer education for those who wish to pursue bottle feeding of their newborn.

Postpartum Doula (After Birth)

• Emotional and physical support, during recovery after birth

• Breastfeeding Support

• Infant baby massage

• Detect early stages of Postpartum Depression

• Educate and support the family by offering evidence base information

• Ensure mom is  well-fed and comfortable throughout her recovery

• Running errands and organization (closets and nursery), light cooking

• Resources and referrals such as parenting classes, pediatricians, and support groups.

It is important, however, that doulas do not be mistaken for midwives. Midwives, unlike doulas have undergone formal training to assist with medical decisions or procedures.