Providing Compassionate Care for Laboring Parents

EDLSV Scope:

• The volunteer role is supportive and entirely non-clinical, resembling that of a knowledgeable family member.

• Emotional support, fostering a calm and peaceful environment.

• Promotion of physical comfort using non-pharmacologic means.

• Making suggestions to promote labor progress (approved by the patient’s primary RN).

• Assisting the patient in understanding procedures through simple clarifications or helping them ask questions.

• Unplugging and plugging in monitors when assisting the patient to the bathroom.

• Breastfeeding assistance (if the volunteer has adequate training).

• Doula activities are limited to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

JOIN US

 

If you are interested in applying to the EDLSV program, send us an email (EDLSVolunteers@gmail.com) so we can add you to our contact list for our next recruitment cycle. We currently recruit volunteers two times a year (beginning of spring and fall semesters). 

 

No previous experience is necessary to apply, but please keep in mind that we require a minimum commitment of two shifts per month for 6 months from all volunteers.