There is no time in a human life during which so much changes on a physical, emotional and spiritual level as during the time period when you become a mother. Traditionally we always had support from eachother, other women; sisters, mothers, aunts, neighbours.. The doula profession took on the form it has now during the 1970s, but it’s stemmed from a deeper need, that always was there. A doula the trusted face by your side. When you are at your most vulnerable and powerful at the same time. Someone who reminds you to breathe, who encourages you and just -is there, holding space. Whispers to you "you're amazing, you can do this". A doula is there for the non-medical part, she works together with care providers, but primarily she works for you and makes sure you have everything you need during your birth. She also supports your partner, so that he or she can support you the best to their ability. Doula support during birth actually is supported by research. It is known that outcomes of births are influenced in a positive way when a doula is present in the room.

It is known as the “Doula effect” and can actually be seen as the effect of human connection and continuity of care,

because these numbers are reflected in research on case load midwifery care.

50% less cesareans·        

25% shorter labours·        

60% less requests for epdirual pain relief·        

40% less use of syntocinon/synthetic oxytocin (labour induction

or stimulation)·        

30% less requests for pain relief·        

40% less instrumental deliveries

Somewhere this makes total sense- true genuine human connection, someone who knows You, who You chose to support you gives something no pill or medical intervention can compete with. The hormones that are needed during birth and are most optimally created by the body when the birthing woman has a sense of security, safety and trust. A doula takes care of exactly these aspects of birth.