Doula & Labor Support Des Moines

Birthwell Doula provides labor support for pregnant women in the Des Moines and surrounding area wanting to have a natural birth

Studies have shown that when doulas attend a birth:

  • labors are shorter
  • fewer complications
  • babies are healthier
  • babies breast feed more easily. 

(the preceding was quoted from the DONA International website.  You can access more information by visiting www.dona.org). 


             The History of Doulas


Doulas have been attending and assisting childbirth for decades.  However, many people are not familiar with what a doula really is.  The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves".  This term 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; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.  This role looks different from family to family and birth to birth, and is very specific to your needs, fears, and intentions.  By no means does a doula replace the role of the mothers' partner, but rather supports that role and encourages their participation.


 

 

Birthwell Doula

(515) 987.6332
2555 Berkshire Parkway Ste.
Clive, Iowa  50325


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We also invite you to visit www.TheLiveWellClinic.com to find out more about natural and preventative health in the Des Moines area.

Be sure to check out our new prenatal center "Bearth"!

We are conveniently located in Beaverdale and have have numerous services for pregnant women:

  • Prenatal Chiropractic Care
  • Childbirth education classes
  • Prenatal Massage Therapy
  • Postpartum and breastfeeding support
  • Baby boutique
  • Prenatal yoga
For more information, call us at 515.987.6332



2614 Beaver Avenue
Des Moines, IA