Hi!
I hope you will take a few moments to explore my website and learn more about labor support, and specifically about my work as a birth doula. The term "doula" comes from the Greek language and means "woman caregiver". The doula’s role is to provide physical, emotional and informational support to mothers and their partners during labor and birth. As your doula I will offer help and ideas on comfort measures such as breathing, relaxation, movement and positioning. I may utilize massage, music, aromatherapy, visualization, breathing, and tips on positioning. I also assist families in gathering information about the course of their pregnancy and discuss options. Most importantly, I provide continuous emotional support and reassurance throughout the entire labor experience.

Research has shown that women who had doulas reported:
• Breastfeeding more successfully
• More maternal infant interaction
• Less postpartum depression, anxiety and low self esteem
• Overall, more satisfaction with their birth experiences

Studies have shown that having a doula present with a woman in labor can:
• Reduce the need for medication by 35%
• Reduce the need for forceps by 50%
• Reduce the need for Cesarean section by 51%
• Reduce the length of labor by an average of 98 minutes

My goal is to help you and your partner have the birth you desire and deserve. I believe that having a doula at your birth can truly make a positive difference. I'd love to talk with you and answer any questions you may have.

Please feel free to e-mail doula@emilybessey.com or call 512.914.2092 and we can discuss how I can support you...From Belly to Baby!