Newborn baby boy, who was born via C-section, being gently held by his father. The baby is wrapped in a soft blanket and has his eyes closed, while the father cradles him with a loving and protective embrace.

Empowering families through compassionate, evidence-based lactation and doula support, our mission is to nurture a diverse community where every parent feels heard, respected, and empowered on their pregnancy, labor, postpartum and feeding journey.

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FAQs - Doula & Lactation Services

What happens if my doula becomes sick or is at another birth when I am in labor?

We have back-up doulas available to attend your birth if your primary doula is unavailable to attend your labor and/or birth. 

Are doulas and midwives the same?

No. Midwives are medically trained healthcare professionals that provide medical care to women during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Doulas are not medically trained and provide informational, emotional and physical support to women during pregnancy, birth and the immediate postpartum time. 

Does my insurance cover any of these services?

This depends on your insurance coverage, but most private insurances in our area do not cover doula services. You may be able to use your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for the services, but please check with your insurance company first. 

We are partnered with The Lactation Network and are accepting select insurances for breastfeeding support visits. Check your eligibility here.

Also, if you have Medicaid and live in NY State we are in network and can provide doula support to families who have Medicaid.

What is a lactation consultant, and when should I consider seeing one?

A lactation consultant is a professional trained to help parents with breastfeeding. You should consider seeing one if you're experiencing difficulties with breast/chestfeeding, such as latch issues, low milk supply, or pain.

For frequently asked questions related to placenta encapsulation click here.

What types of births do doulas support?

Doulas support women who plan to give birth in hospitals, birth centers and at home (as long a trained medically professional is present to provide medical care). Doulas can provide support during a c-section either in the operating room (if allowed by the hospital), prior to c-section and afterwards. They can assist with discussing the process and also helping you to advocate for a gentle c-section allowing immediate skin to skin and or having a clear drape used to allow you to see the birth of your baby. 

When should I seek help from a lactation consultant?

Seek help if you are experiencing pain while breast/chestfeeding, if your baby is not gaining weight, if you have concerns about your milk supply, or if you have any other breastfeeding challenges/concerns. It may also be wise to meet with a lactation consultant before the baby arrives.