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The Community Doula program offers Venango County residents prenatal education to expectant mothers as well as teaches them techniques to cope with the discomforts of labor and delivery. Our Doula is available to support you throughout your birth experience. The Doula also follows mom and baby through the first 6 to 8 weeks after delivery. These services are free of charge.

Our program follows the Dona International guidelines while assisting families through pregnancy and birth experiences. We also offer relaxation techniques, infant massage, car seat installation, infant CPR, and additional community resources.

Features/Benefits

  • 32 pregnant women assisted in the last year, 31 of those gave birth to healthy babies
  • Comprehensive support throughout the entire process
  • Access to individualized resources 

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Testimonial

"My Doula was absolutely wonderful my whole pregnancy. She went to all my Pittsburgh appointments and was a big support after delivery. I will forever be grateful that I had her." -Lauren Anderson.

"She was amazing! So supportive and tried to help with every concern me and the family had." -Bethany Lindsey

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