Belly Birth Baby is providing more than just Doula services...
We are helping to change the perception surrounding birth and supporting families as they trust their intuition during pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Meet the Doula
As a nurse, long-time birth enthusiast and women's advocate, it is an amazing feeling to be able to share my passion and expertise with women and families in the Tri-State area. I approach birth holistically; allowing families to lead with their intuition. I believe that in most cases, birth is a natural physiological event and not a medical emergency. Although I do offer physical support during labor, my most important role is to act as an educator and empower each family to make the best decisions for themselves. I work to ensure that the birthing woman and her family's wishes are respected and needs are consistently met.
Doulas help families to feel supported, easing them into the experience of birth and postpartum. We help to create a space where the hormones of labor can work their best.
Research shows that doula support greatly increase positive outcomes and satisfaction surrounding your birth and postpartum experience! Women who have continuous support are more likely to initiate breastfeeding and report a healthy bond with their baby.
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39% decrease in the risk of Cesarean.
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15% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth (without forceps or vacuum extraction).
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10% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief.
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Shorter labors by 41 minutes on average.
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38% decrease in the baby’s risk of a low five minute Apgar score.
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31% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience.
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50% less likely to deliver prematurely.
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36% less likely to deliver low birthweight babies.
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33% more likely to initiate breastfeeding.
