What's the difference between a doula and a midwife?

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What's the difference between a doula and a midwife?

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Apr 18, 2011

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Midwives and doulas are often present at natural childbirth. But what do these people actually do? Join Cristen and Molly as they explain the differences between midwives and doulas. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Apr 18, 2011

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