A bill that would establish a doula certification program is making its way through the state Senate. Sponsored by Sen.

Kimberly McGinnis, a doula with kids of her own, finds herself explaining this to a lot of new moms. “When we see labor on TV, the water breaks, contractions start, the baby is delivered ...

Doulas usually meet with the pregnant person and their spouse or partner every few months to build a rapport. They are on call to support clients who have gone into labor and are present during ...

From first kicks to first steps, a doula can be an invaluable resource for families making their journey through pregnancy, labor and eventually parenthood. Adding a doula to your birth team means ...

Even in her practice as a death doula, she can't take away a grieving family's pain. She can't bring back what's gone. However, under the right circumstances, Gikonyo can make it somewhat beautiful.

Ultimately, the decision to hire a doula is deeply personal. Trust your instincts-if the idea of having someone by your side during labor feels comforting, it might be worth pursuing. A doula can ...

Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla, D-Salt Lake City, presents her bill, SB284, which authorizes the Medicaid program to cover doula services, during a Senate Health and Human Services Committee ...

Doulas are nonmedical professionals who are trained to give pregnant women counsel and support during labor. Wendy Broughton, health sciences instructor for Ignite Professional Studies ...

Tricare expanded doula and lactation services to expectant mothers overseas. The services are part of a test that runs through 2026.