The word doula in Ancient Greek might mean "female servant" but it's really not a great description of the 21st century job. Doulas are birth coaches who help women get through the process of childbirth as efficiently and painlessly as possible. They aren't midwives or nurses, but they can provide an invaluable service as advocates. Learn about the deal with doulas right now in this classic episode!
Josh and Chuck dive deep into the world of doulas in this episode, exploring what they actually do, why they've made a comeback in modern childbirth, and how to find one if you're expecting. They trace the history of birth support from ancient Greece through the medicalization of childbirth in hospitals, explaining how doulas fill an important emotional and informational gap during labor and delivery. The guys break down the training process, costs, and surprising scientific evidence showing that having a doula present leads to shorter labors, fewer interventions, and better outcomes for both mom and baby.
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