Tag Archives: Robbie Davis-Floyd

Restriction of Food and Drink in Labor from a Medical Anthropologist’s Perspective

The recent Cochrane review, Restricting oral fluid and food intake during labour, analyzed five studies and concluded that women should be free to eat and drink in labor at will. Since the evidence shows no benefits or harms, there is … Continue reading

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Bring a Loved One, Friend, or Doula for Continuous Support

When discussion of doula care surfaces on the Internet, it is always surprising how many commenters dismiss continuous labor support by a trained professional as unscientific fluff. Couples who hire a doula are sometimes labeled as selfish, out for “the … Continue reading

Posted in Dad, DONA International, Doulas, Labor and Birth, Natural Childbirth | Tagged , , , , , , | 5 Comments