Labor and Birth Care

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• In-person support at your choice of birth during active labor through 1-2 hours postpartum, usually until breastfeeding is established.

• Provide evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions during the childbirth process.

• Supporting your birth plan which we have previously discussed.

• Suggesting frequent position changes to aid the labor progress.

• Providing comfort measures including massage, rebozo techniques, heat and cold,  and position changes.

• Able to relieve your partner if they need a break to get food or rest.

• Able to provide your partner with suggestions for effective ways to help you.

• Help facilitate open and direct communication between you and your care providers.