Why You Shouldn’t Labor Alone: the Doula Difference with Magnolia Birth LBK
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Today I welcome certified birth doula and childbirth educator, Emily, from Magnolia Birth Doula Services.
Emily discusses her journey into doula care, the comprehensive support doulas provide during all types of birthing experiences, and the benefits of doula-assisted births including reduced medical interventions and improved birth outcomes.
The conversation also covers the importance of physical and mental preparation for labor, dispelling misconceptions about doulas, and practical advice for hiring the right doula.
Emily highlights the value of the Body Ready Method certification in optimizing physical birth preparation and ensuring smoother labor.
Throughout this episode, you’ll hear the essential role of a doula in both of our birth experiences (not our firsts) and the impact they had in creating positive birth memories for both us and our partners.
00:30 Meet Emily, the Amazing Birth Doula
00:45 Emily's Journey and Role as a Doula
02:03 The Importance and Misconceptions of Doulas
04:00 The Four Pillars of Doula Care
04:39 Prenatal Visits and Education
05:47 Support During Labor and Decision Making
09:10 Choosing the Right Doula
12:04 Body Ready Method Certification
17:32 Personal Birth Stories and Experiences
20:23 The Benefits of Having a Doula
24:11 Addressing Concerns About Doulas
31:06 Virtual Doula Support and Services
33:07 Preparing for Birth: Physical and Mental Prep
35:09 The Impact of Fear on Labor
37:10 Final Thoughts and Resources
More from Emily Betancur:
Connect with her on Instagram @MagnoliaBirthLBK
Visit MagnoliaBirthLBK.com
Grab Emily’s Free Guide How to Hire a Birth Doula
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
Edited and produced by Vaden Podcast Services.
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