JOYFUL BIRTHING

Hi! 

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I'm Elisa. Welcome to Joyful Birthing, a birth doula service based out of Colby, Kansas. I serve expecting families in the Northwest Kansas area. In a nutshell, I help pregnant women feel safe and nurtured, which helps women have EASIER births. I believe the joy surrounding the birth of a new child can of course be experienced by a mom and dad holding their baby for the first time, but this joy can also be found during the birthing process itself!

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Please browse the site to learn a little about me and my passion for birth support. On this site, you'll find details about the type of continuous support I offer throughout your pregnancy and birth, as well as information on price. 

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Birth looks a little different for each woman, and I firmly believe every woman deserves support! If you're unsure about your upcoming birth and feel the need for a little extra guidance and reassurance, you've come to the right place.

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A few tidbits of information about doula support...

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Women with doula support are...

~ 39% less likely to give birth by Cesarean Sectiion

~ 9% less likely to use pain medication

~ 41% less likely to need an assisted delivery

~ 35% less likely to be dissatisfied with her birth experience

~ 31% less likely to use synthetic oxytocin

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Women with doula support are likely to experience shorter labors, enhanced breastfeeding, better maternal-infant interaction, less postpartum depression & anxiety, and greater self esteem. A quote to ponder: "If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical NOT to use it." -John Kennel

 

I'm here to be a resource and constant support for you and your family. If you want to reach out and just chat about your birth experience or your desire for a supported and peaceful labor, give me a call or shoot me a text. I never tire of visiting with expecting moms. :)

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Blessings,

Elisa