“Doula” as a verb (“to-doula”, “doula-ing”)

By Luisa “DOULEO/DOULEA” (Spanish) “to-Doula” as an active verb The word Doula is of Greek origin and means woman who serves. It is a noun that defines the modern concept of a person trained to physically, emotionally accompany people in processes of transformation. Personally, my work as a doula transformed me and made me think

Evidence on the effect of doula support during pregnancy, birth and postpartum

By Sumati Doulas provide continuous physical, emotional, and information support to people before, during, and shortly after childbirth. Current evidence suggests that pregnant people who receive doula care are more likely to have a healthy birth outcome and a positive birth experience. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) in 2014 stated: “the presence of continuous one-on-one