Why a Doula?

At Bearing Together, we believe that your birth experience will remain one of your most memorable events of your life. We have faith in the natural process of birth, and that it is very possible for most women, most of the time.

Positive effects of doula support: 50% reduction in cesarean rate 40% reduced use of pitocin Increased chances of successful breastfeeding A Positive birth experience for mother and partner Increased chance of spontaneous vaginal birth Reduced levels of anxiety Reduced desire for pain medication Reduced incident of postpartum depression Support of VBAC

We understand that curve balls do sometimes occur, and believe that my clients have the right to remain informed, be a part of the decision-making process when obstetrical intervention is necessary. We believe that while the outcome of your labor and birth can be unpredictable, the care you receive during your labor should never be. We believe that the outcome can be a positive one, even if medical intervention is required. We believe what families need most is nurturing and gentle support. We believe that each labor and birth is a unique and miraculous experience and the emerging family is the center and focus of that experience.

While the course of labor and birth is unpredictable, each family should be able to choose for themselves how they would like to respond to it - where they feel safe, who they want to deliver their baby, who else they want with them and whether they want to use pain medications and other medical interventions. Please contact me or continue to browse my services and also take a look at some products that may interest you and your baby.