Chapter 1: WELCOME TO THE BODY BEHIND BIRTH
Welcome to the Body Behind Birth
Chapter Description
Anatomy and physiology give doulas a framework for understanding what they observe during pregnancy, labor, birth, and early postpartum.
In this chapter, you'll learn what anatomy and physiology mean, why this knowledge matters for doulas, and how to use physiological knowledge without stepping outside your professional scope.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, students will be able to:
Define anatomy and physiology.
Explain why physiological knowledge is useful to doulas.
Distinguish supportive education from clinical care.
Describe the basic responsibilities of a doula.
Identify when a concern should be referred to a healthcare professional.
