FREQUENTLY ASKED questions

A doula is a non-medical provider who gives continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to women and their chosen birth team. Doulas are there to allow seamless navigation through the birth process with easy-to-understand explanations and suggestions for positioning during labor and to apply and suggest comfort techniques for discomfort during labor and birth.

Read: “What is the Evidence for Doulas?” by Rebecca Dekker, Ph.D., RN, APRN.

At The Birth Haven, we believe that doulas are professionals, and we strive to give optimal care to the people we serve. Certification gives credibility, consumer protection, and peace of mind. Rest assured that our doulas abide by the highest standards and participate in continuing education. All doulas working with The Birth Haven are certified, must maintain current credentialing with well-known and professional organizations, and must be insured.

www.prodoula.com, www.Hypnobabies.com

Research shows that continuous support from a non-family/friend significantly decreases health risks to women and their babies and increases satisfaction with the birth experience. Birthing women aren’t the only ones needing support during pregnancy and birth. Birth partners benefit from a doula’s presence just as much and sometimes more than the woman in labor. The most skeptical birth partners are typically passing out information about doulas to everyone seemingly pregnant after they realize the value of doula services.

To take full advantage of all we offer, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible! Many clients hire in their first trimester, but we've accepted clients as late as 39 weeks. Engaging earlier allows more opportunities to build relationships with your doulas!

Doulas are nonclinical support and, therefore, not covered by insurance. Flexible spending or health savings accounts do sometimes cover doula services. Please check with your FSA/HSA company for more details. We can provide an invoice for services, often reimbursed directly to you! Scholarships are offered case-by-case basis and are given based on availability within our client scholarship fund.

We are here to support your decisions, no matter what. That includes the decision to have pain medication of your choosing. You can expect unconditional support from our doulas – we believe you know what’s best for you and your baby. We also believe that you have chosen your doctor/midwife/hospital team for a reason. We are there to be a fabulous addition to that team!

The Birth Haven doulas support births in all settings where a skilled and legal attendant is present with a qualified assistant. The Birth Haven doulas only work within our scope of practice, so an extra set of hands for emergencies is necessary. We support the family emotionally, physically, and informationally during their birth.

We attend births in Lexington and Stanford, Danville, Frankfort, and Richmond. Other areas are considered on a case-by-case basis.

We accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards. We have also partnered with Klarna and Affirm for flexible payment plan options.

Please email us or give us a call. We are happy to set up your complimentary consult!

Although we don't classify ourselves as nannies, our services can be used as nanny services. We offer nights, days, and 24/7 support to families desiring those services. Contact us for information about packages!