Earthly Mama Birth Services

http://www.earthlymama.com specializing in: home birth ◊ induction ◊ vaginal birth after cesarean (vbac) planned cesarean ◊ natural (without medication) birth vaginal birth assisted by medication ◊ first time parents teen pregnancy ◊ adoptions ◊ bereavement ◊ unplanned pregnancies what is a doula? the word "doula" comes from the ancient greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period. studies have shown that when doulas attend birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier and they breastfeed more easily. a birth doula • recognizes birth as a key experience the mother will remember all her life • understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor • assists the woman in preparing for a