The Essential Role of Birth Doulas (Audio from Video Podcast)

In this enlightening conversation on maternal health, Brittany interviews Alicia Hurtt on the vital role of doulas in supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum. Alicia shares her personal journey to becoming a doula and highlights the necessity of emotional and physical support for mothers during these crucial stages. This episode delves into the impact of technology on doula services, cultural perspectives on childbirth, and the future of women's healthcare. Alicia's insights provide a comprehensive understanding of how doulas empower women and contribute to improved maternal health outcomes.If this episode has resonated with you and you'd like more content focused on nurturing your mind, body, and spirit, please subscribe. And if you feel called to share your experience, leaving a review is a beautiful way to help others on their wellness journey find us.Follow Alicia Hurtt:-⁠Website⁠-⁠Facebook⁠-⁠Instagram⁠-⁠TikTok⁠-⁠YouTube⁠-⁠Linkedin⁠Follow Brittany Biggett-Heeren:- ⁠Website⁠-⁠Instagram⁠-⁠Facebook⁠-⁠Linkedin⁠-⁠YouTube⁠Sources Cited in Episode:- ⁠2024 March of Dimes Report Card for Georgia⁠- ⁠Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Pregnancy-Related Deaths-United States, 2007-2016⁠- ⁠Modeling the cost effectiveness of doula care associated with reductions in preterm birth and cesarean delivery⁠- ⁠HHS to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes with New CMS Care Model that Expands Access to Services, Other Proven Maternal Health Approaches ⁠- ⁠International Father's Mental Health Day ⁠- ⁠New study finds most maternal-related deaths in the US happen after birth