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Questions to Ask a Prospective Birth Doula

The following questions will help you decide if a particular doula is right for you.

For any doula:

• What training have you had? (If doula is certified, you might consider checking with the organization.)
• Do you have one or more backup doulas for times when you are not available? May we meet her/them?
• What is your fee, what does it include, and what are your refund policies?

When interviewing a birth doula:

• Tell me/us about your philosophy about childbirth and supporting women and their partners through labor.
• May we meet to discuss our birth plans and the role you will play in supporting me/us through childbirth?
• May we call you with questions or concerns before and after the birth?
• When do you try to join women in labor? Do you come to our home or meet us at the place of birth?
• Do you meet with me/us after the birth to review the labor and answer questions?

When interviewing a postpartum doula:

• Tell me about your experience as a postpartum doula.
• What is your philosophy about parenting and supporting women and their families during postpartum?
• May we meet to discuss our needs and the role you will play?
• What different types of services do you offer?
• When do your services begin postpartum?
• What is your experience in breast-feeding support

Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions about Doulas: Doula FAQ