Provides uninterrupted labor support
Provides information on labor and birth options
Empowers families to make decisions that are best for them
Refers you to services or products as needed
Connects you with ways to expand your support network
Helps you create your Birth Vision
Aids you in attaining your birth goals, while remaining flexible to the changes of birth
Provides a repertoire of natural pain-relief techniques
Encourages partners/birth support persons to do what they do best; connect with and love you
Complements and enhances a birth partner’s experience
Provides support persons a break as needed; ensuring birthing person is never alone
Encourages you when you are feeling overwhelmed, whether during birth or postpartum
Provide medical advice or diagnosis
Perform medical procedures
Act as a Midwife, OBGYN, or other health care provider
Act as a nanny, babysitter, or housekeeper
Make decisions for you or your family
Replace members of your family or support team
