Ob/Gyns recommend doulas in new guidelines on preventing unnecessary c-sections

February 27, 2014

The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has published a groundbreaking update that changes their stance on when a cesarean section should be considered. 
It also includes this gem about doulas;
“Published data indicate that one of the most effective tools to improve labor and delivery outcomes is the continuous presence of support personnel, such as a doula.”

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