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Sep 27, 2005
"Anything I’ve ever done that ultimately was worthwhile…initially scared me to death." --Betty Bender
Wise Women
Doulas, a Greek work translated as "wise women of birth", are part mentor, part coach, and all-around support for mothers giving birth. Researchers have found that women using doulas had shorter labors and fewer Caesarean sections. While doulas are typically used by upper-middle class mothers-to-be, there is a trend of providing such services to low-income teenagers who usually face the pregnancy and birthing process with little support or knowledge.
BE THE CHANGE
If you're expecting a child, consider enlisting the support of a doula. More ...
