There is lots of research, client stories and other information about "The Doula Effect". Please take a few moments to look at the links.
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"Results are of random-effects analyses, unless otherwise noted. Women allocated to continuous support were more likely to have a spontaneous vaginal birth and less likely to have intrapartum analgesia or to report dissatisfaction. In addition their labours were shorter, they were less likely to have a caesarean or instrumental vaginal birth."
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Continuous support for women during childbirth.
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Research articles
Please look at DOULA UK Research Page for the most up to date research items.
There is more information on the Nurturing Birth Website.
Articles
Please look at DOULA UK News Page for a round up of doulas in magazines, TV and newspapers
Doula Surveys
Please look at the DOULA UK Survey page to see details of the latest UK doula statistics.