8 Reasons Women Don't Hire Doulas

Using a doula has been shown over and over again to be a great way to reduce overall costs and risks associated with birth. That said, 6% of women in a recent survey had used a doula for their most recent birth, though 27% had said that they wanted one. What gives? Here are some of things that people say when thinking about doulas for their births.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us 8 Reasons Women Don't Hire Doulas Using a doula has been shown over and over again to be a great way to reduce overall costs and risks associated with birth. That said, 6% of women in a recent survey had used a doula for their most recent birth, though 27% had said that they wanted one. What gives? Here are some of things that people say when thinking about doulas for their births. Robin Elise Weiss, PhD Pregnancy & Childbirth Expert 8 Reasons People Don't Hire Doulas   Here are eight basic reasons that people don't hire doulas, including: I don't want one. READ NOW 5 Ways Your Doula is Like a Wedding Planner   So why would you have a doula? Here's an analogy that might work for you, a wedding planner.  READ NOW Doula for Cesarean Birth   Many moms used to tell me that they were worried they might need a cesarean and therefore were afraid to hire a doula. The good news is that doulas attend c-sections too! READ NOW 5 Ways to Save Money on a Doula   If cost is a factor, here are some things to consider about hiring a doula, including creative ways to pay for her services. READ NOW Featured Articles • 4 Ways to Safeguard Your Confidence and Inner Strength • 5 Ways to Eat More Protein and Lose Weight • 5 Low-Carb Snack Picks to Curb Your Cravings • VLCDs are Popular but Healthy? • 5 Things Mentally Strong Runners Do • Yes, Celiac Disease Can Definitely Affect Your Sexuality. Here's How • Are You Causing a Slowed Metabolism? • When a Loved One with Anorexia Does Not Believe They are Ill Advertisement About Pregnancy & Childbirth  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Pregnancy & Childbirth newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.