A Doula in recent research has been proven to:-
A doula is there to support you, to be your voice in labour and ensure that you have the best birth for you. A doula provides support from as early in the pregnancy as you wish to the birth, helping you with decisions such as the birth plan, breastfeeding, labour positions, pregnancy nutrition.
A doula also lends you books, DVD's and information on pregnancy and birth.
Most importantly the doula knows that women are capable of birthing babies, and should be respected and supported in labour, a doula is there to provide emotional and physical support at this amazing time in your life. We are there to empower your birth experience and help you feel calm and confident bringing life into this world.
Please note that the doula does not provide any clinical support at all, this is the role of the midwifes and doctors.