Postpartum Doulas and the Prevention of Postpartum Depression
by Lynn Orlowski
Postpartum Doulas have been tasked with trying to alleviate and reduce the risk of our clients getting Postpartum Depression. Even though it is inevitable in some cases, the services, education, and help we provide, can in most instances prevent or even reverse the effects of Postpartum Depression. We as Doulas step in and help the mothers become less overwhelmed. Doulas assist in making sure the mothers eat right, get their much needed rest, are staying hydrated, and also lend emotional support. Doulas are non-judgmental advocates working for the mothers to help them to obtain some sort of balance and sense of calmness so they do not feel anxious and to lessen the load of their new motherhood
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