“Whenever & however you intend to give birth your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body, and your spirit for the rest of your life.”
- Ina May Gaskin, Midwife
The Benefits Of Doula Support
As you may already know, there are some incredible benefits of Doula support for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! The emotional, physical and educational support that Doulas offer as non-medical care providers can truly make all the difference for your experience.
Studies have shown that the support given by a Birth Doula decreases the likelihood of synthetic oxytocin being used to speed up the labor by 31%, the use of anesthesia by 10%, and the rate of cesarean section by 25%. Furthermore, Birth Doula support has been linked to higher APGAR scores for the baby and a higher rate of satisfaction reported by the birthing person overall.
Research also shows that parents supported by a Postpartum Doula often feel less anxious overall, and have a lower incidence of postpartum depression and anxiety. Support from a Postpartum Doula has also been linked to an increased sense of self confidence, a deeper sense of satisfaction with one’s partner, and higher rates of satisfaction and success with breastfeeding.
Bloom Baby Doulas is proud to have an have an outstanding team of affiliated Birth and Postpartum Doulas with training, experience, and skills as diverse as the clients we serve! As a Doula Referral Agency, we specialize in helping parents connect directly with candidates that best match their specific needs, preferences, and budget. With complimentary matching support and virtual consultations, we help streamline your search so that you can find a wonderful Doula, right away.
Want to know more about the benefits of Doula support and what you can expect when hiring a Bloom Baby Doula?
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How It All Works
We believe that everyone who wants a Doula should have access to one and that the process of finding the right support doesn’t have to be overwhelming. That’s why we've adopted an agency model that provides accessible services in a streamlined way. Our tier-based system allows families to connect with Doulas with a wide range of expertise and experience from “Doulas In Training” to “Master Tier Doulas”. These tiers reflect the experience level of each Doula and the rate for their services accordingly. Please reference THIS CHART for further details.
Regardless of the tier levels you select, every member of our team has completed an extensive interview and screening process. In addition to thorough personal & professional vetting by our agency, each of our affiliated Doulas have undergone verified background checks by a third party, hold certifications in adult and pediatric CPR & AED, and maintain professional liability insurance.
When you’re ready to begin your search, simply complete an inquiry form and tell us a bit about what you are looking for. On the inquiry form you will be able to view further details about our Doula Tiers and associated fees. Based upon your specific needs, preferences, and budget, we will match you with qualified members of our team within a few business days. You will then have the opportunity to schedule complimentary consultations with each Doula you have been matched with, before deciding if you would like to move forward with a contract.
If you choose to move forward and hire one of our affiliated Doulas, our easy online payment system and carefully crafted contracts will protect your investment. Rest assured, there are no hidden costs or additional fees, and our administrative staff will be available to support you throughout the process.