How Long Does a Birth Doula Usually Stay During A Birth and After A Birth?

How long doulas stay during and after a birth varies widely, but today’s episode goes into what’s typical and how to have clear expectations on both sides! 

Key Takeaways:

  • Most doulas arrive once a birthing person is in active labor

  • Most doulas include in their contract to stay for the remainder of the labor or to have a backup come if the labor is long and that is allowed by the hospital. 

  • Most doulas stay for 1-2 hours after delivery to help with transition, again this varies person to person

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