Enabling mothers and their partners to have a less complicated and, more rewarding birth and postpartum experience with long-term benefits.

The doula accompanies the woman in labor, provides emotional and physical support, suggests comfort measures, and provides support and suggestions for the partner. Whenever possible, the doula provides pre- and post- partum emotional support, including and discussion of practices and procedures, and assistance in acquiring the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about her care. Additionally, as doulas do not "prescribe" treatment, any suggestions or information provided within the role of the doula must be done with the proviso that the doula advises her client to check with her primary care giver before using any application. The Doula advocates for the clients wishes as expressed in her birth plan, in pre-natal conversations, and intrapartum discussion, by encouraging her client to confer with her primary care provider. more... See more text