Benefits of a Postpartum Doula

The presence of a postpartum doula can
  • reduce the incidence of postpartum depression,
  • increase the rate of successful breastfeeding, 
  • strengthen all relationships in the family as they make this transition together
For more information about the benefits of a postpartum doula, please go to the DONA (Doulas of North America) website to read their position paper on this topic:

http://dona.org/PDF/positionpaper_PPdoula_083011.pdf