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Doula Support
A Partner in Your Journey
Doulas have been supporting birthing people for centuries, providing continuous physical, emotional, and informational support before, during, and after childbirth. While the role of the doula has evolved over time, the core purpose remains the same: to empower you to have the most positive and fulfilling birth experience possible.
At The Village, our certified doulas are experienced professionals, passionate about facilitating the best possible birthing experience, educating, and informing mothers.
Benefits of Doula Support:
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Reduced anxiety and fear: Doulas provide reassurance and coping techniques to help manage labor pain and stress.
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Shorter labors: Studies have shown that continuous labor support can lead to shorter labors and fewer medical interventions.
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Increased satisfaction with the birth experience: Doulas help you advocate for your preferences and make informed decisions.
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Improved breastfeeding success: Doulas provide guidance and encouragement with breastfeeding initiation and ongoing support.
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Smoother postpartum transition: Doulas offer practical and emotional support during the postpartum period, helping you adjust to new parenthood.
Book Doula Support
Learn more about the Doulas practicing at The Village and book service below
Doula - Nurturing Waves Doula
Casey Caroll
Hi, I'm Casey Carroll. I am a birth and postpartum Doula and I am dedicated to empowering and supporting women from pregnancy through postpartum. My mission is to ensure every woman, regardless of circumstances, has access to the best possible birthing experience, providing education, evidence-based information, and unwavering advocacy. My commitment extends beyond the birthing room, aiming to make the entire journey of pregnancy, labor, and motherhood a positive and empowering experience for every individual and family I have the privilege to support.
Doula - First Love Doula
Paige Toryk, LMT, PCD
First Love Doula is a holistic birth doula service that focuses on helping families achieve their ideal birth and postpartum experience. We specialize in home births, birthing plans, prenatal massage and offer comprehensive postpartum care to ensure a smooth transition into parenthood. Our mission is to support and empower families throughout their journey to parenthood.
First Love Doula started in 2023, when Paige decided to expand her love for helping her prenatal massage clients into the world of birthing clients. Paige owned a successful spa in Southern Maryland, Fen Holistic Therapies and currently owns The Ritual in Easton, Maryland.
Paige is originally from New Jersey but grew up on the Eastern Shore and is married to a wonderful husband. While Paige has no kids yet, she has experienced pregnancy loss and hopes to grow her family in the future. Her goal is to bring holistic birth care to women on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.