Why Hire a Doula?
Evidence-Based Outcomes

Doula support is more than emotional — it's backed by decades of research showing better outcomes for birth, recovery, and bonding.

How Doulas Improve Birth Outcomes

Research-backed outcomes showing how continuous labor support improves birth experiences for families

Reduced Cesarean Births

39%
Reduction with doula support
51%
Maximum reduction found

Continuous labor support significantly reduces the likelihood of cesarean delivery, helping more families achieve their preferred birth experience.

Based on 2017 Cochrane Review and systematic analysis

Shorter Labor Duration

25min
Average reduction
15%
Less prolonged labor

Women with doula support experience shorter labor duration and are less likely to have prolonged labor, reducing exhaustion and complications.

Cochrane systematic review of 26 trials

Increased Spontaneous Birth

8%
More likely
10%
Fewer interventions

Doula support increases the likelihood of spontaneous vaginal birth and reduces the need for instrumental deliveries like forceps or vacuum.

Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Better Mental Health

40%
Less postpartum anxiety
Birth satisfaction

Women with doula support report significantly lower rates of postpartum anxiety and depression, plus higher overall satisfaction with their birth experience.

Recent cohort studies and satisfaction surveys

Want to read the full research?

Read the full Cochrane study

Why These Numbers Matter

These numbers reflect real-world change. With doula support, families experience:

Lower surgical risk and faster healing

Less stress and fewer complications

More confidence and control

Stronger starts to bonding, and breastfeeding

You deserve this kind of support

Every family deserves to feel confident, supported, and empowered during one of life's most transformative moments. I'm here to walk alongside you.

Free consultation • Trauma-informed care • Serving Portland families with warmth

What Sets a Doula Apart

Doulas aren't medical staff. We offer continuous presence - emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after labor.

Your doctor may check in
Your nurse may change shifts
Your doula is with you the whole time

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