Why You Need a Doula: The Unsung Ally of Birth Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most transformative experiences in life, yet...

Birth is not the finish line—it’s the beginning of postpartum. Immediately after the placenta is born, your body starts a massive hormonal shift: • Oxytocin rises to help contract the uterus, prevent bleeding, and bond you with your baby. • Prolactin and colostrum flow begin, preparing for milk production. • Endorphins dip, and you may feel weepy, high, tender, or quiet. • You’re also bleeding, possibly sore, and physically depleted.