A moment of silence for the "mother" of doula work

I hired a doula for my third child's birth. My third baby was on track to be my first, and only, normal childbirth experience. I knew in my heart of hearts that having a doula was the best chance I had to reach my goals.

This week's featured article on API's blog details the accomplishments of Dana Raphael who is credited for coining the term "doula" and creating the concept behind this profession's work in childbirth and early postpartum mother support.