Shannon Brown Doula Services

Shannon Brown Doula Services A doula is a professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth.

The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth. During pregnancy-a doula will meet with the mother-to-be to build a relationship with both her and her birth partner and can assist with

creating a birth plan. During this time, the mother-to-be can address questions or fears that she may have. Also, during this time a doula can educate the mother-to-be in topics where she feels she does not have enough information. An example could be delayed cord clamping. During labor-a doula provides constant care throughout the labor. Doulas are trained in various techniques to assist the mother-to-be with handling the pain associated with labor. These include but are not limited to counter-pressure, laboring/birthing positions, breathing techniques, and relaxation techniques. Also, during this time the doula can provide a much needed break for the birth partner or make suggestions that may help the partner be more effective in supporting the mother. If any medical interventions are suggested a doula can provide information to ensure the mother is making an informed decision. If this was a intervention that the mother was opposed to, a doula can assist the mother in advocating for herself before the intervention were to occur. For example, if a mother did not want an episiotomy and the doula sees the doctor starting to prep for one, I would ask the mom did you want an episiotomy? After the birth-a doula can help the mother with starting breastfeeding or other newborn care tips that the mother may need. All of this leads to better bonding with the baby and an increase in the satisfaction of her birth. There has been research done that supports a doula's support and these are some of the statistics
45% reduction in cesarean rate
25% reduction in length of labor
50% reduction in the use of oxytocin
31% reduction in the use of pain medication
34% reduction in the use of forceps

To all the amazing women out there… Happy Woman’s Day!
03/08/2024

To all the amazing women out there… Happy Woman’s Day!

If anyone is needing a car seat check there is one this weekend 🙂
01/04/2024

If anyone is needing a car seat check there is one this weekend 🙂

New research
12/24/2023

New research

Worldwide, 13 million infants are born preterm, and almost 1 million die within 1 month. But leaving the umbilical cord intact for at least 2 minutes after birth might reduce the mortality risk of premature infants by as much as 69% compared with immediate cord clamping, according to results from a....

10/16/2023

October 15 is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day 🌈

Today we remember the babies that we couldn’t carry long, the babies we carried but never met, the babies born sleeping, the babies we held but didn’t get to take home, and the babies who came home that we had to say goodbye to far too early.

If you’ve have lost a pregnancy or infant, you are not alone ❤️

Sending love to the parents, family, and friends grieving the loss of a pregnancy or infant 🧡
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08/22/2023

It is National Rainbow Baby Day, and we would love to see your 🌈 babies in the comments. Today is dedicated to both the lost child AND the one that comes after. If you are still waiting on your 🌈 feel free to share about the child that lives in your heart. Losing a child is unimaginable, and they cannot be replaced. Rainbow Baby Day is about creating space for all your children, and that’s worth celebrating.

08/20/2023

No matter how you feed your little, you are absolutely amazing! ❤

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07/15/2023
Thank you to all of the amazing Mom’s that allowed me to be a part of their births. I wish you all a lovely Mother’s Day...
05/14/2023

Thank you to all of the amazing Mom’s that allowed me to be a part of their births. I wish you all a lovely Mother’s Day!

05/09/2023

It doesn’t matter how you feed your little one, we all do it with love❤️

Photo taken by: Felicia Saunders Photography

05/07/2023

Holding space for all our mamas with babies in their hearts this International Bereaved Mother’s Day. Be gentle with yourselves and know you are not alone on your journey. 💕🦋

04/21/2023

❤️ Everyone deserves options in a safe place

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