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Gentle Cesarean vs Traditional Cesarean

January 28, 2026

What’s the difference, and where does a doula fit in? Birth does not always go the way we picture it. Sometimes a cesarean is planned from the start, and sometimes it becomes the safest option in the middle of labor. Either way, how a cesarean is done can shape how a family feels about their birth for years. You may…

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