8 Reasons People Don't Hire Doulas

It's World Doula Week and I thought it would be great to talk about what a doula is and what a doula isn't. This is a trained person who is an addition to your team, they assist you in informational, physical, and emotional support, leaving the medical stuff up to your doctor or midwife.

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 People Don't Hire Doulas It's World Doula Week and I thought it would be great to talk about what a doula is and what a doula isn't. This is a trained person who is an addition to your team, they assist you in informational, physical, and emotional support, leaving the medical stuff up to your doctor or midwife. Robin Elise Weiss, PhD Pregnancy & Childbirth Expert Consider Hiring a Doula for Your Birth   Using a doula has many benefits, including a shorter labor. Read on to figure out what other things a doula might offer you. READ NOW 8 Reasons People Don't Hire Doulas   Despite all of the benefits of using a doula, there are some families who choose not to hire doulas for a variety of reasons, including these. READ NOW 6 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Doula If You Want an Epidural   Many people think that a doula is only for someone who is planning a natural childbirth. That's not true, here's how a doula can help with an epidural. READ NOW Five Reasons Dads Should Demand a Doula   Worried that a doula will take over for your partner? Here's how doulas work to help your partner take a more active role to their comfort level. READ NOW Featured Articles • 5 Low-Carb Snack Picks to Curb Your Cravings • How to Make Low-Calorie Boneless Buffalo Wings • 3 Natural Ways to Get Sleep Despite Neck or Back Pain • 5 Healthy Snacks with 3 Ingredients or Less • The 5 Biggest Myths About Vasectomies • 6 Surprising Ways to Test Your Longevity • The 10 Things Your Doctor May Not Have Told You About Graves' Disease • 5 Smart Snacks for Watching TV 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.