1st Trimester

Anyone thinking about a doula?

I want to give birth in the hospital w/ my Dr., but there is also no way I am doing a medicated birth or anything like that so I am wondering about also having a doula.  Anyone know any info about this (Does insurance cover?) and how to go about finding someone reputable? Anyone else thinking about this yet?

Re: Anyone thinking about a doula?

  • To my knowledge insurance does not cover a doula. I have had mixed experiences with them.  Some good some bad.  If they try to take over my delivery...it can get very frustrating and dangerous.  But most of the time they are great for the laboring mom.  Word of mouth seems to be a great way to find one.  Often your local Bradley method teachers or midwives know of doulas who are reputable. 
  • I thought about it and decided I don't want one. I also don't "want" a medicated birth but am open-minded to the fact that it may be unavoidable.
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  • Have you contacted your insurance company? The hospital you are delivery at? They may have information on reputable doulas in your area.
  • You might also want to look into a midwife... they are more likely to be covered by insurance and they can help you in a similar way - I think.
  • I'm not sure about insurance coverage, but I've heard a lot of positive feedback from those who have taken a class on the Bradley method. I'm currently reading "Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way" and it has a ton of great information. My mom read the book and had five children sans all pain medication, so I'm taking her advice lol!

    GL:)

  • Thanks everyone. I am definitely going to look into the Bradley Method!

     

  • Anyone have any cost information on Doulas? I have absolutely no idea how they bill.
  • We're having a midwife for the delivery and a friend is a doula - and providing her services as a gift to my husband! Big Smile

    Insurance does not cover a doula.  Find doula services near you by googling it or asking at maternity stores... If, after meeting the lady/man you feel you have someone you can trust and can speak for you should there be a problem, you should be fine. 

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  • Check with the hospital you want to deliver at.  Mine actually has a meet and greet with their doula's.  Fortunatley I know a lady at my church who is one and I'm going to use her.  I'm also doing a midwife and not an OB.
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