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labor coach

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Noun1.labor coach - an assistant (often the father of the soon-to-be-born child) who provides support for a woman in labor by encouraging her to use techniques learned in childbirth-preparation classeslabor coach - an assistant (often the father of the soon-to-be-born child) who provides support for a woman in labor by encouraging her to use techniques learned in childbirth-preparation classes
birthing coach, doula, monitrice
assistant, helper, help, supporter - a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose; "my invaluable assistant"; "they hired additional help to finish the work"
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If your partner or labor coach is at a distance from you or the hospital, let them know you have started labor and get someone to sit with you for awhile if it will make you make comfortable.
What to Do During Labor - the Day Is Finally Here! by Janet Hart / Family and marriage community
I had already studied a basic course in midwifery academics and apprenticed briefly as a labor coach and midwife assistant, but it had become clear that hands-on experience would come very slowly as an apprentice.
Perspectives on Normal Birth by Falcao, Ronnie / Special Delivery
She is trained to deliver continuity of care from home to hospital, case the transition into the hospital environment, be there through changing hospital shifts and alternating physician schedules, serve as advocate, labor coach, and support partner to give the parents-to-be the freedom to focus inward as they meet the challenges and rewards of their unique birthing experience.
The professional birth assistant: your partner in achieving the birth ... by Sagady, Mayri / Special Delivery
 
 
 
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