Statistics

Scientific research has shown that a woman supported by a doula throughout the birth of her baby tends to experience:

	a 50% reduction in overall cesarean (surgical birth) rate
	a 40% reduction in oxytocin use (used to augment or induce labour)
	a 30% decreased need for pain medications
	a 40% reduction in the use of forceps or vacuum extraction deliveries
	a 60% decreased need for an epidural

Also, doula support:

	Decreases anxiety & tension thereby resulting in a 25% reduction in the overall length of labour
	Decreases neonatal problems
	Enhances maternal/infant bonding & acceptance of the baby
	Increases self-esteem & feelings of control
	Decreases Post Partum Depression