{"id":1143837,"date":"2024-03-27T11:21:33","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T15:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/?post_type=service&#038;p=1143837"},"modified":"2026-05-04T16:48:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T20:48:43","slug":"doula","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/labor-and-delivery\/doula\/","title":{"rendered":"Doula Services in Louisville"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"card card-callout float-xl-end ms-xl-3  w-xl-25 \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-newly-pregnant\">Newly Pregnant?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Call the Norton Welcome to Pregnancy line for help finding an OB-GYN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"tel:+15025592229\">(5<\/a><\/strong><a style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"tel:+15025592229\">02) 559-2229 (BABY)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Doula services require a referral from your OB provider.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A doula is a trained, nonclinical caregiving professional who offers continuous physical, emotional and informational support throughout pregnancy, during labor and delivery, and during the postpartum period. Doula care focuses on building trusting and supportive relationships with expectant parents and providing them with information, guidance and resources, including assistance with creating their personalized birth plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although a doula is not a medical provider such as an OB\/GYN or midwife, they can help create a more positive birth experience. They support and encourage patients throughout labor and delivery, focusing on patients\u2019 personalized wishes and desires during childbirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-louisville-doula-services-at-norton-women-s-care-nbsp\">Louisville Doula Services at Norton Women\u2019s Care&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton Women\u2019s Care recognizes the value of comprehensive and equitable health care and proudly offers doula services to expectant families at no cost. For those seeking alternative obstetric services, we also offer a&nbsp;nurse <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/birthing-options\/midwife\/\">midwife program<\/a>, further expanding the range of choices for expectant families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A birth doula plays a vital role in providing emotional and nonmedical support, offering an additional element to enhance overall perinatal care. Always consult with your health care provider for medical advice and interventions based on your unique needs and circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-services-offered\">Services Offered<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regular visits include emotional support, breastfeeding assistance, newborn care education, help with household tasks, mental health check-ins, family and sibling support, postpartum education and care, and referrals to additional support services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lactation-specific visits cover breastfeeding support and guidance, including assistance with proper latch techniques and positioning, guidance on pumping and milk storage, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appointments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Norton Women\u2019s Care offers complimentary doula services for patients delivering at Norton Hospital and Norton Women\u2019s &amp; Children\u2019s Hospital. If you are interested in a doula appointment, please speak with your Norton OB\/GYN for a referral. A doula will then contact you to schedule your support.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-doula-care\">Benefits of Doula Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10292163\/#:~:text=The%20studies%20in%20this%20review,to%20reduce%20anxiety%20and%20stress.\">Studies show<\/a> birth doula support can improve the childbirth experience and reduce negative health outcomes for both mother and baby, lessening health disparities between socioeconomic groups. The emotional support provided by doulas also can help reduce stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pregnant people who use doula service have experienced:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shorter labor times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less anxiety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less depression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fewer cesarean (C-section) deliveries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fewer low birth weight and premature deliveries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less pain relief medication during labor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved communication between patients and their care team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved breastfeeding success<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-doulas-do\">What Doulas Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas provide all types of support for expectant parents throughout each stage of pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period. They offer a wide range of services that extend beyond traditional medical care and complement the care from your health care providers. The role of a doula is multifaceted, including emotional support, informational sharing and guidance, assistance with decision-making, and support during labor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">During Pregnancy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The support of a doula begins during pregnancy and includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emotional Support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doula care involves building a trusting and supportive relationship with the expectant family. This helps create a safe space for open communication, helping to ease any anxiety and foster a positive mindset throughout pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Informational Support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas are a valuable source of information during pregnancy, providing evidence-based knowledge and resources to help empower parents during a pregnancy. From discussing the latest research to addressing common concerns and misconceptions about perinatal care, doulas help ensure that expectant families are able to make confident and well-informed decisions about pregnancy and childbirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advice<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas can act as an advocate for the expectant parents, encouraging open communication with their care team. By understanding the desires of the family, doulas can facilitate effective communication with health care providers. Doulas also can assist with developing a personalized birth plan and help parents make informed choices that are in line with their health care needs and personal preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Family Support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doula care can extend beyond the expectant parent and reach other family members, emphasizing the importance of a strong support system during labor. If you have a partner or other trusted loved one joining you during labor, doulas can actively enhance their involvement, communication and cooperation by ensuring they are well prepared and engaged during the birthing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">During Labor and Delivery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas act as a compassionate presence to expectant parents during labor and delivery. Their emotional and physical support can help facilitate a positive birthing experience. Doula support during labor and delivery includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advocacy and Communication<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas can advocate for expectant parents, improving communication and collaboration in the delivery room. By acting as a bridge between the family and health care providers, doulas can help ensure that your needs and preferences are effectively communicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Physical Support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas provide hands-on physical support to help you remain as comfortable as possible during labor and delivery. Doulas can provide massage and guide you through various&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/during-pregnancy\/childbirth-classes\/\">birthing techniques<\/a>, birth position suggestions, relaxation techniques and other comfort and pain-relief strategies, tailored to your personalized needs, to help ease the birthing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">After Delivery (Postpartum)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doulas extend their support beyond labor and delivery, offering important assistance during the postpartum period, easing the transition to parenthood. Doula support after childbirth can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Emotional support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breastfeeding assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Newborn care education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help with household tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental health check-ins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family and sibling support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Postpartum doula visits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education on postpartum self-care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referrals to support services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-doulas-have-medical-training\">Do Doulas Have Medical Training?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although doulas are not traditional medical professionals, they undergo specialized training to obtain the skills necessary for the comprehensive, holistic support they provide during perinatal care.&nbsp;<em>Perinatal&nbsp;<\/em>refers to the time close to birth, before and after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To provide physical, emotional and informational support during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period, doulas must complete various training and certification programs. Doulas are intended to complement the services provided by medical professionals. While they can guide you through information and decision-making and provide emotional support and comfort measures, they are not a replacement for the expertise and services provided by a medical care team.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-callout    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-expect-from-norton-women-s-care\">What to Expect from Norton Women\u2019s Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More mothers in Louisville and Southern Indiana choose to deliver their babies at Norton Hospital or Norton Women\u2019s &amp; Children\u2019s Hospital than with any other hospital system in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/maternity-badge-usnwr-2026-150x145.png?wsr\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1168107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/maternity-badge-usnwr-2026-150x145.png 150w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/maternity-badge-usnwr-2026.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We deliver more than 8,000 babies a year. We\u2019re close to you with more than 90 providers at more than 25 locations around Louisville and Southern Indiana. Choosing Norton Women\u2019s Care gives you many options for how delivery day could go \u2014 all with the confidence of knowing that our obstetrics and pediatric specialists are there to help. With Norton Women\u2019s Care, you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/during-pregnancy\/choosing-birth-option\">The birth experience you want<\/a>: You can choose natural childbirth, a midwife, labor tub, nitrous oxide and other birthing options. We\u2019ll recommend a C-section (cesarean section) or induced labor only if it\u2019s medically necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparation: Our specialists offer the support you need, including&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/during-pregnancy\/childbirth-classes\/\">free Lamaze and other childbirth classes<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/during-pregnancy\/childbirth-classes\/\">new parent classes<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/after-childbirth\/breastfeeding\/\">breastfeeding support<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/during-pregnancy\/childbirth-classes\/\">child safety classes&nbsp;<\/a>and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confidence and quality in care: Norton Women\u2019s Care has been recognized as High Performing \u2014 the highest rating available \u2014 for maternity care with fewer complications and C-sections, plus breastfeeding support and other benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We offer the highest-level (Level IV)&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonchildrens.com\/services\/nicu\/\">neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)&nbsp;<\/a>in Louisville and Southern Indiana at Norton Children\u2019s Hospital, and a sophisticated Level III NICU at Norton Women\u2019s &amp; Children\u2019s Hospital.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Around-the-clock OB\/GYN care is available at Norton Hospital and Norton Women\u2019s &amp; Children\u2019s Hospital emergency departments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our board-certified&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/obstetrics-and-gynecology\/services\/pregnancy\/during-pregnancy\/maternal-fetal-medicine\">maternal-fetal medicine specialists&nbsp;<\/a> can help guide you through a high-risk pregnancy, from treating preexisting diabetes in the pregnant patient to a fetal echocardiogram to diagnose a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonchildrens.com\/services\/cardiology\/\">congenital heart condition<\/a> before a baby is born.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medicare, Medicaid and most major commercial insurance plans are accepted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convenient access to your medical record: Communicate with your health care provider, get lab results, renew prescriptions and more through your free&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mychart.nortonhealthcare.org\/mychart\/\">Norton MyChart<\/a>&nbsp;account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Women\u2019s Doula Program is supported by the Norton Children\u2019s Hospital Foundation. Through donations, volunteerism and community support, the foundation can provide funding for equipment, new technologies, clinical research, child advocacy and health education for patients, families, medical staff and the community. 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