What are Mother’s PEARLS?
Like natural pearls, today's babies are all diverse- coming from various cultures, backgrounds, and household dynamics. Yet, one thing every baby has in common is the beauty of birth. In order for the “Mother’s Pearls”(the babies) to thrive, they require warmth, nurturing and patience to mature.
Supporting Women through
Pregnancy and Birth
Women have traditionally been supported by a companion during childbirth, and there is good evidence this benefits both the woman and the baby.
The World Health Organisation recommends continuous support for women during childbirth. Yet across the world, initiatives promoting health facilities as the safest place to give birth have not necessarily respected this tradition.
But now we have new evidence on the ways women are supported during childbirth by a Doula or other labor companions.
Research has found labor companions (including Doulas, partners, and family members) support women during childbirth by providing information, advocating for the woman’s needs, and providing practical and emotional support.
Importantly, our research also indicates pairing a woman with a Doula from the same ethnic, linguistic or religious background as her may be an important way to improve equity and provide culturally responsive care.
About Us
Like natural pearls, today's babies are all diverse- coming from various cultures, backgrounds, and household dynamics. Yet, one thing every baby has in common is the beauty of birth. In order for the “Mother’s Pearls”(the babies) to thrive, they require warmth, nurturing and patience to mature.
Who We Are?
A new baby is like the beginning of all things- wonder, hope and a dream of possibilities.
-Eda J. LaShan
Who is Team Pearls?
The mission of TEAM PEARLS (Together Everyone Achieves More – Preventative Education Awareness Related-to Life’s Services) is to increase health awareness promotion through patient education (including health screenings); patient advocacy for disease awareness; and improving patient access to care in all areas.
Who is Mother’s Pearls
Mother’s PEARLS mission is dedicated in providing preventative education awareness to expectant and new moms and their partners. Mother’s PEARLS provides childbirth education, breastfeeding education, infant care training and infant/child CPR. Through Mother’s PEARLS- Doula training program, Doula are taught to assist in a safe labor, delivery and post delivery care.
