"In 2012 Hodnett published an updated Cochrane review on the use of continuous support for women during childbirth. They pooled the results of 22 trials that included more than 15,000 women. These women were randomized to either receive continuous, one-on-one support during labor or “usual care.” The quality of the studies was good.

 

• 31% decrease in the use of Pitocin

• 28% decrease in the risk of C-section

• 12% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth

• 9% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief

• 14% decrease in the risk of newborns being admitted to a special care nursery

• 34% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience"

 

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Also see: The Doula Book - remarkable birth outcome improvements with the use of a doula: Marshall H. Klaus, MD, John Kennell, MD, and Phyllis H.Klaus, MFT, LMSW

 

You only give birth to this baby once, 

Let's make it an experience of bliss!