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Empowering Birth Experiences: Best Toronto Doula & Naturopathic Doctor

Naturopathic Doctor/Doula Services 

A doula is a voice and a shadow to women and families during prenatal, labour/birth and postpartum phases. At Serene Naturopathic Doctors and Doulas, our doulas provide a variety of services and modalities including acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, herbal medicine, supplementation, nutrition, aromatherapy and counselling. Not only do women receive emotional support and physical comfort, but are educated to make informed decisions regarding their labor and birth. This experience is meant to be beautiful and memorable for both mom and partner, and our goal is to make this a reality!

Doulas: More Than Just Birth Companions – Research Shows Reduced Risks & Improved Experiences 

Research shows that those who have doula support have lower odds of non-indicated cesarians, overall decreases in C-section rates and more spontaneous vaginal birth. In one study this, it was a reduction of 60% for C-section and 80% for non-indicated C-section. The evidence also shows that women who do not use a doula compared to those that do have higher risks of adverse birth outcomes. PMID: 25295797 In addition, their labours are shorter, and less likely to report feelings about their childbirth experience. As for postpartum, women are less likely to experience symptoms, specifically depressive symptoms if they had been supported in birth PMID: 28681500

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Pain management, whether physical or mental, is a typical area of concern for moms and this is where we have so much to offer. On top the modalities mentioned previously, we offer private prenatal classes which goes through the fundamentals of pregnancy and labour and teaches you the skills of different methods of breathing and coping techniques. It is a great way for mom (and partner) to connect, learn and have tools to be used along the way. 

 

By working with a Naturopathic Doctor and Doula at Serene Clinic, there will be prenatal appointments set up where you will go through your ideal birth plan with your doula, where you discuss how you envision your experience, your preferences on procedures and treatment options. At the time of birth, your Doula is available to you in person and assists with positioning, sets the environment tone and helps to cope with pain. There are also postpartum visits, which includes support with things like sleep, breastfeeding, tissue healing, fatigue, post-partum blues/depression and overall lifestyle support.

 

Because of the long waitlists for midwives, Doulas can be an excellent option. We also work alongside midwives and OBGYNs in hospital and home settings. Doula services may be covered with insurance plans under Naturopathy

So let’s connect, let’s nurture you, let’s empower you and let’s instill the confidence in you that’s needed for this journey.

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