"The presence of a Doula reduces the overall c-section rate by roughly 45%, length of labour by 25%, oxytocin use by 50%, pain medication by 31%, the need for forceps 34% and requests for epidurals 10-60%"  
Marshall H. Klaus. M.D.

 

"Continuous support from a Doula during labour provides physical and emotional benefits for mother and health bonuses for their babies.  With less medical interventions, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays, there may be a financial sayings as well"  
Harvard Health Letter

 

"The presence of a Doula is a major advantage for physicians, the women and their families.  They provide a level of support that is often very difficult to achieve in a busy maternity care service.  We see increased satisfaction with the birth experience, lower intervention rates and excellent infant outcomes" 
Micheal Klein, M.D., Vancouver, B.C.