Doulas in l+d,hospital setting

[babysfingers]

Hi all, I've been a lurker on the site for months now, and finally posting an introduction. I am a certified doula, and a med student as well. My question/concern to throw out to the group is in regards to birth/doulas in a hospital setting. I have sensed tension between staff in a hospital l+d with doulas. Is there any l +d nurses or Ob's that support a natural uninterupted/no intervention birth these days???? The comments I've heard made to women seeking a natural birth in this setting by competent professionals has appalled me. I support women who choose a natural birth (at home or in the hospital)or a medicated birth as well... I am there to support their choices and to offer them evidence based research in regards to making these informed choices... is there anyone out there who supports a natural birth in this profession w/i the hospital setting ? BTW, as a doula I do more than just hand hold... see www.ALACE.org .I welcome any and all replies... : ) Just my 2 cents...

[ladybugsea]

This is why I am in nursing school. I hope to eventually become a CNM.