The Green Room: A Podcast from Obstetrics & Gynecology July 2025: Obstetrics
Jun 18, 2025
Discover groundbreaking research on the benefits of breastfeeding for women with gestational diabetes and effective asthma management during pregnancy. Learn about the latest clinical guidelines on cervical ripening and the profound impact doula support has on reducing cesarean delivery rates. Insightful discussions reveal how doulas can transform the birthing experience and navigate challenges in access to care. Explore the vital role they play in enhancing maternal health outcomes and their collaboration with healthcare teams.
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Doulas Emphasize Relationship And Continuity
- Shikana Haley described doulas providing physical, emotional, educational, and advocacy support during labor.
- She emphasized relationship and continuity as central to effective doula care in hospitals and communities.
Offer Doulas Early In Prenatal Care
- Routinely offer doula support as part of prenatal checklists to normalize access.
- Train and partner with community-based doulas to increase availability and continuity of care.
Historical Evidence Supports Continuous Support
- Dr. Carter recounted historical and recent literature linking continuous support to better birth outcomes.
- She noted early studies from the 1980s and a 2017 Cochrane review supporting continuous birth support benefits.