This blog is a written by Rebecca L. Dekker, PhD, RN, APRN who is very detailed in citing her sources on the evidence regarding common practices in obstetric care. 

This is one of the most important days of your life!

Women plan for their weddings, and it is equally if not more important to plan for the day of your child's birth.

A doula is a person who serves the mother, or "mothers the mother" during the prenatal period, the birth experience, and the postpartum period.

Certification for Birth and Postpartum Doulas and information about doulas for expecting families