What is in your doula bag?

Doula Bag Basics

• Honey sticks.
• Chapstick.
• Dissolvable vitamin packets.
• Battery operated tea lights.
• 20 different Essential oils.
• 20 different homeopathy remedies.
• Hot pack.
• Cold pack.

Is my doula covered by insurance?

Some—but not all—insurance companies will cover all or part of the cost of a doula. Check with your insurance company to find out. There may be a volunteer doula program in your area for women who can’t afford to hire one. And some doulas offer a sliding fee scale, based on what a woman can afford.

What should doulas wear?

Many doulas usually wear yoga or scrub pants, leggings, comfortable and supportive shoes, and a casual t-shirt or sweatshirt. Some doulas like to wear shirts that indicate their doula identity. In general, clothing that can be easily cleaned, has pockets, and allows them to move comfortably is ideal.

How do I promote myself as a doula?

It is important to always promote your doula business.

1. Pass out business cards.
2. Have a website.
3. Use social media tools.
4. Ask for reviews/testimonials of your service.
5. Join a doula group/collective in your local area.
6. Partner with professionals in your area that can refer pregnant women.

How a doula can help?

A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical and informational support to new and expectant parents before, during and after birth, and in the early postpartum period. A doula is a professional pregnancy companion whose goal is to help families have a safe, healthy and positive labor experience.

How do doctors feel about doulas?

Doctors complain that birth doulas sometimes persuade laboring mothers to reject Caesarean sections, medication and other treatments deemed medically necessary.

Is it worth getting a doula?

If you think you might want or need additional support and coaching in the delivery room, a doula could be a good choice for you. And if you have your heart set on a specific birth plan, a doula can be a good option because she’ll be your advocate if you’re having a hard time fighting for yourself.

How do doulas get paid?

An hourly rate is charged but there is usually a minimum amount of time required per visit (e.g. two or three hours minimum) to make the travel and time worthwhile. The hourly rate can vary from $25 per hour to $110 per hour, averaging around $55-$60 per hour, and can be cheaper if in a package deal.

Should a doula wear scrubs?

The consensus is that scrub pants are totally fine but perhaps use caution wearing a scrub shirt. Best Doula Brooke Harrison has a nursing baby and brings a breast pump with her to births.

What should a postpartum doula wear?

A sweater or sweatshirt – it is helpful to have an extra layer to throw on if the postpartum doula is feeling chilled. Bring a favorite hoodie or sweater to help keep things cozy.