E + E Podcast Episode 38: Pain Management Strategies For Labor With Birth Doula Elizabeth Joy
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“And one great way to do that is hiring a doula. Take a course, hire a doula, be prepared. If you can’t afford a doula there’s really, really, cool research that shows if you just have a support person who is somewhat informed on what your wants and desires and what the education is you still reap tons of the benefits. So taking a birth course with your partner.”
— ELIZABETH JOY PRESTA, BIRTH DOULA
ABOUT THE EPISODE
Elizabeth Joy Presta, a practicing doula, is on the podcast this week! She is a mom of two with a third on the way and has her own podcast; Morning Chava. Liz talks with us about why she loves births so much and why she is passionate about being a part of the birthing experience.
The role of a doula can be confusing to some. Liz explains what a doula does in the delivery room and what the difference between a midwife and a doula is. She also talks about how her perspective as a doula has changed since she herself has become a mom.
Pain management is something we all have questions around. We often think the only option we have is an epidural. Liz shares other pain management options with us and talks about her favorite strategies when one of her clients is going into labor.
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LINKS & RESOURCES:
Expecting and Empowered Podcast Episode 18: Amber Latsch, CNM, On Why You Might Want a Midwife