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labor coach

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Noun1.labor coachlabor 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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Many unnecessary epidurals are the result of a well-meaning healthcare provider or labor coach telling the birthing mother that "It's time for an epidural now.
The epidural express: reasons not to jump on board by Griffin, Nancy / Mothering
Like so many other men, I took on the role of primary labor coach for my wife.
Birthing fathers by Reed, Richard / Mothering
Christine was going to be my labor coach because this time, I wanted the assistance of someone with an appreciation for the beauty and joy of labor.
The glorious pelvic thrust by Alders, Maria Young / Mothering
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