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Stages of labor
Prodromal stage Latent stage Active stage Expulsion Placental stage
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What a doula does X What a doula doesn’t do
Even though doulage is a very old occupation, it is still widely unknown by many. Because of that, it’s very common that many questions arise about a doula’s real role. Let’s clarify some doubts: WHAT A DOULA DOES: Offers physical, pedagogical and emotional support to the pregnant woman and her Read more
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What is the role of a doula in a C-section delivery?
A doula is a professional that offers emotional, physical and informative support to women during birth. Their role is fundamental to the humanization of childbirth, be it a normal birth or cesarean delivery. The World Health Organization (WHO) has long established that the ideal c-section rate is between 10% to Read more
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Humanized childbirth
This term often gives people an erroneous idea about what Humanized Childbirth is. Some think that it’s about the place where the birth happens (beach, waterfall, home), or that it simply means a normal birth. But it’s actually way more than that! If a child is born without a qualified Read more
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Exterogestation: do you know what it is?
Exterogestation: do you know what it is? Still little known among Brazilian mothers, the theory of exterogestation states that human pregnancy should last beyond the 9 months of the baby inside the womb, extending for at least another 3 months after delivery. Although it may seem crazy at first, this Read more
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Natural baby hygiene and its benefits
Natural baby hygiene and its benefits In the past, it was impossible to find babies a few months old without diapers, but this is a habit that is gradually being abandoned as more and more parents adopt the Natural Baby Care method. In addition to being more comfortable for the Read more
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Fear of labor pain
Fear of labor pain When it comes to childbirth, fear is the main reason why some women end up giving up on having a natural birth. It is very common to think this way, as childbirth has long been associated with pain and suffering, whether in a friend’s account or Read more
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What does a doula do
What does a doula do? To understand what this professional does, we need to understand the etymology of the word Doula, that is, its meaning, which refers to “woman who serves.” A Doula is a professional who physically and emotionally supports the pregnant woman and her support network, being responsible Read more