Throughout time, pregnant women have seldom labored alone—rather, they have given birth with support from family, friends, and in hospitals, with support from nurses…
As soon as you find out that you’re pregnant, many questions may come your way. Will you give birth in a hospital or at…
Few milestones are more important than the birth of your children. It’s a time that can be exciting, joyful, and sometimes anxiety inducing. Giving…
Studies show that community doulas are increasingly more common and available to pregnant moms. They also may be the key to reducing racial disparities…
As a doula—a labor support person—Penny Simkin, PT, has helped more than 11,000 couples prepare for childbirth in more than 43 years of practice.…