Serving the Fredericksburg, Virginia area Birth doulas are trained assistants that provide emotional support and a wealth of knowledge during childbirth. Women who use doulas are less likely to request pain medication, have a decreased need for pitocin, have fewer instrumental deliveries, and have fewer cesarean sections. Labors are often shorter and have less complications. Afterward women express greater satisfaction with their birth experience, and can have increased self-confidence. They also have an enhanced early bond and better breastfeeding experiences with their baby, and suffer less from postpartum depression.1,2   Doula support is constant, compassionate, skilled, and informative. Whether you're interested in natural or medicated childbirth, a doula can work with you to meet your personal goals as you welcome your child into the world!   I am a DONA-certified birth doula. DONA, the world's premier doula organization, has set forth the highest standards for its doulas and provided me with exceptional education and professional instruction. To read more about my qualifications visit dona.org.   NEW!!! Birth Beauty is now offering mother-centered showers! The transition to motherhood, whether it be a woman's first child or fifth, should be celebrated. The Mommy Shower is inspired by ancient traditions and rites of passage (called Blessingways). Throughout time such celebrations have transcended religion, culture, and class to result in the pampering, caring for, and honoring of countless women.