The doulas in the home birth

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Doula, a professional accompanying perinatal educator in childbirth, is as defined by some doctors a woman with experience in the birth process whose essential work is to provide continuous and uninterrupted physical and emotional support to the woman during all the time it lasts birth and birth.

Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article.

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Doulas in home birth

Its performance is very frequent in the United States and is widespread in other countries (Mexico, Canada, Guatemala, etc). The scientific evidence that supports the role of the Doula and the statistical studies of its participation have been subject to a rigorous process of scientific reviews and published in numerous medical publications.

The Doula at home birth

According to some experts, the work of the doula is more and more necessary in our society, as mothers in some cases are alone, infantilized, and sometimes without referents to feel that it is possible to travel every day until the end. In large cities, family, neighborhood and support networks have disappeared, while new projects appear, such as studies, work, relationships, leisure and culture. The situation of isolation makes it difficult for some women to be mothers. For this reason the figure of the Doulas can be in some cases a great help for those women who require their services.

Definition of Doula

It is that woman with experience in pregnancy, childbirth and upbringing, who accompanies and supports a pregnant woman in pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum in her family environment.

Definition of Doula

La Doula is a woman professionally trained and experienced in the aforementioned processes. In a way, it helps the mother to have confidence in her ability to give birth, feed and care for the baby.

The concept of Doula is more focused on an emotional aspect, welfare and needs of the pregnant woman.



Training

The Doulas carry out special courses that enable them to exercise the function of providing tranquility, information and their constant presence to help women and their partners to face childbirth. Studies have shown that the presence of a Doula reduces the likelihood of complications.

Functions

La Doula is an educator who helps women prepare and follow their birth plan and collect information that allows them to develop confidence and make appropriate decisions.

The functions of a Doula are diverse:

In pregnancy

  • It facilitates a friendly environment and an easier way to receive the new member of the family.
  • Provide information on pregnancy.
  • Adviser on food and healthy habits.

In childbirth

  • It helps the woman to have a safe and satisfactory delivery, either in the hospital or at home.
  • According to the pregnant woman, she proposes relief tasks such as: relaxation techniques, breathing, posture changes, massage techniques, etc.

In breastfeeding

  • Advise on tasks of baby care, such as breastfeeding.
  • It helps in the physical and psychological recovery of the mother.
  • Provides notions of how to reorganize the home.

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