The organization Evidence Based Birth does a wonderful job reviewing and compiling research that has been conducted on a variety of topics related to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. This resource is a great way to learn from unbiased information that will help you make informed decisions about your birth experience.
Research has shown that continuous labor support, such as a doula, leads to positive birth outcomes such as:
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increased oxytocin levels
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increased mobility
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increased self-esteem
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decreased anxiety
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decreased pain
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decreased use of epidurals
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decreased use of extra interventions (such as Pitocin)
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shorter labor
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spontaneous vaginal birth
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decreased Cesarean section rates
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better infant outcomes
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overall higher satisfaction
Be sure to check out this link to find the sources through Evidence Based Birth!
