Completed the JJ Doula training level 1, and this is the first article of the week I came across with :) P.S- For the labour pains concept, well, check out option 3- HYPNOBIRTHING:) Natural Pain Relief Option #1: Doulas “I found one of the best forms of pain relief during labour was definitely our doula. Whilst I may have had different techniques to help me through labour pains, my doula was the one who helped me to find the best method of drug free relief for the stage of birth I was at. The support she offered throughout also helped me to stay focused which in itself is pain relief, as stress only leads to pain and she was able to help me keep calm.” According to many studies, women who use doulas have fewer requests for epidurals, fewer caesarean sections and are less likely to require forceps or vacuum births (amongst many other things). In a recent review of all available doula studies, it was concluded that doulas were more effective at supporting a woman than hospital staff or the woman’s friends or family. This is because she provides a trifecta of continuous (doesn’t leave your side), experienced care and is known to the woman – no other person present in the birth room can usually provide all three. Having a doula present at your birth will make it less likely that you’ll want or ask for pharmaceutical pain relief. A doula is trained in the art of birth support, where she learns about helpful positions, support methods and tools to help labouring women feel more comfortable and feel more supported. To read more about doulas, click here. bellybelly.au/birth/natural-pain-relief-for-labour#.VCBIkbySywE
Posted on: Mon, 22 Sep 2014 16:13:44 +0000
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