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reduces the overall cesarean rate 50% |
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reduces the length of labor 25% |
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reduces oxytocin use 40% |
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reduces pain medication 30% |
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reduces the need for forceps 40% |
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reduces requests for epidurals 60% |
(from Clinical Consultations in Obstetrics and Gynecology 4 -- December 1992)
Doula support enhances the well being of mothers and babies, leads to fewer medical interventions in the process of labor and delivery, and saves money for individuals and hospitals.
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