A doula is a trained professional who provides guidance and support to a client through significant health experiences like childbirth, abortion, stillbirth, dying.
The word ‘doula’ is Greek for ‘servant or caregiver’. Today, it means a person who provides physical, emotional, informational support to a birthing person before, during and after birth.
Services and Costs
Doulas are not medical professionals but support families during pregnancy, labor, postpartum. Doulas typically charge $500-$1500, some offer services for free or sliding scale.
Doula vs. Midwife
Key differences between midwives and doulas:
- Midwives provide medical care
- Doulas provide emotional, informational and physical support
Pronunciation
How is doula pronounced?