"I kept thinking that having a doula would be a frivolous thing to have especially when I have a very supportive husband. Well, I was totally wrong." ~Vanessa
Tamrha and Vanessa 5/2008
Couples who hire Doulas to attend their births do so to add the unique presence of a knowledgeable and experienced woman in the life changing process of childbirth. No matter what type of birth you choose, a Doula can help you, as all couples need support, both mentally, emotionally and physically during this amazing time.
Research shows that women supported by Doulas have...
· 50% decrease in Cesarean births
· a 60% decrease in the use of epidurals
· oxytocic drug use decreases by 40%
· 25% shorter labor time
· 40% reduction of the use of forceps or vacuum
· better breastfeeding outcomes
· increase in mother/infant interaction
· decrease in postpartum depression and anxiety
· higher self esteem for the new mother
I create a safe, supportive space for a woman to give birth in. For each client, this will have a different meaning. Physical support, emotional support and informational support is my specialty.
It is my belief that every woman, no matter what type of birth she has chosen to have, both deserves and will benefit from the knowledgeable support of an experienced Doula.
" I felt empowered by her, as did my husband. She is so good at what she does that there's very little video or pictures of the baby [being born] because my husband was less photographer and more birth partner, this time around. Because of Tamrha's support, I was able to have the kind of birth I wanted." ~Helen
Tamrha and Helen 7/2009