Key Benefits of Using a Doula (Klaus, Kennell, and Klaus 2002)

• 50% reduction in c-section rates
• 25% shorter labor
• 30% reduction in requests for pain medications
• 60% reduction in epidural requests
• 40% reduction in pitocin use
• 40% reduction in forceps or vacuum deliveries
• Greater overall satisfaction with birth experience

Mothers who hire a doula have more confidence in their ability to mother, bond faster with their newborn, are less likely to have post-partum depression, and are more likely to breastfeed. Read more about doulas in our DOULA FAQ's!