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Well, Now: How Doulas Make Childbirth Safer For Everyone
Jun 2, 2024
Latham Thomas, founder of Mama Glow, discusses the crucial role of doulas in childbirth, providing emotional and physical support. They explore disparities in birth outcomes, celestial perspectives on childbirth, and how doulas empower women during labor.
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- Doulas offer crucial emotional and physical support during childbirth, advocating for birthing individuals in various settings.
- Evidence shows improved birth outcomes with doula presence, especially in marginalized communities facing health disparities.
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Different Birth Settings and Birth Team Members
Birth experiences vary with some pregnant individuals delivering in hospitals, birthing centers, or at home, while involving obstetricians, midwives, and birth doulas in the process. Obstetricians and midwives play crucial roles before, during, and post-pregnancy, central to labor and delivery. Less recognized, birth doulas offer vital support, with around 6% of US births attended by doulas. The availability of doulas and insurance coverage affects their utilization, especially in areas like the mid-Atlantic, contrasting with regions like Texas.
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