Doula

Pronounced as \DOO-luh\ and is a woman who assists during childbirth labor and provides support to the mother, her child and the family after childbirth.

Most of my nieces and nephews were born at home with the help of a doula, who was also our neighbor and family friend. Doulas can be as skillful as trained midwives whom most barrio folks turn into during childbirth.

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