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I am looking for pregnancy and birth doula support.

I’m looking for additional support that is affordable for labor and potentially post-partum. My husband is amazing and will be there, but my research suggests that having a doula can help to avoid unnecessary C-sections and episiotomies. I am NOT looking to do a natural birth and my research concludes that I absolutely will want an epidural, as the benefits outweigh the labor pain risks for me. That being said, I want an advocate who understands birthing. Someone who will be able to communicate with the doctors in instances where I cannot. I can’t expect my husband to do all of this, and I may be incapacitated/not thinking straight. Looking for someone with experience supporting brown and black mothers, being our advocates, and standing up for us for our needs and wants. For example, I’d like to do a vaginal birth with an epidural, and be able to move around and be in the best position, whatever it takes for labor to go the most smoothly if it is uncomplicated. I also want to be sure that the baby received skin to skin contact from both me and my husband. Other than that, I’d like to simply learn more about the support I’d receive as well as potentially have someone with the right touch to provide massage or comfort during this time. This is my first child and I’d like to ease my anxiety as much as possible. I’d like to understand the types of support I could get for about $1,500 but we can discuss options. We plan to give birth at Georgetown University Hospital and I am currently a Medstar patient.

Second baby. Shady Grove Hospital. Free - Medicaid through United Healthcare Community Plan During labor - No epidural - Freedom to walk, move, and change positions when possible. - Use breathing, massage, counterpressure, and warm compresses. - Use a birth ball and peanut ball. - Avoid unnecessary interventions when medically appropriate. During delivery - Support spontaneous pushing when appropriate. - Choose comfortable pushing positions. - Delayed cord clamping when medically appropriate. - Immediate skin-to-skin when possible. After delivery - Help initiate breastfeeding. - Keep baby with me when medically appropriate. - Support my recovery and initial newborn care.

I’m really nervous about labor and delivery. I want an epidural and am good with medical intervention. I’m nervous that my husband won’t be calm during the birthing process. I need someone who can help me be calm through it and help coach my husband through it. I also am nervous about being very vulnerable during birth and consent is very important for me and want to make sure I feel comfortable and not taken advantage of. Giving birth at Sibley I’m also very nervous about postpartum. This is my first pregnancy

I need a birth doula for sure. I plan to give birth at Sibley hospital in DC. Budget is negotiable, although I'd like to stay under $2,000 if possible. I would like someone with at least 5 years' experience. I'm a [personal details hidden] first-time mom. My insurance provider is Carefirst BCBS. Doulas are a covered benefit. I have a BluePreferred PPO plan. I'd also like information about lactation consultants and night nannies. Thank you!

Natural birth in hospital. Want assistance, guidance, and advocate of my birthing experience. I have CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield PPO.

First baby planning on a hospital birth need an advocate

First baby in Arlington, VA. Looking for an RN or CNA/GNA with experience caring for mom and newborn. Looking for 3-7 nights a week of overnight care. Care would be 4-8 weeks starting around November 28 due date. Budget is $45-$65 an hour.

Hello my name is Tenae [name hidden]. I am a first time mom , who’s considered [personal details hidden]. Currently seeking a doula for overall support from now up until a little after my pregnancy during the postpartum phase. I am currently five months and am seeking to deliver at Washington Hospital center.

Hi, I am looking for help with my newborn and with basic things around the house. Looking for about 4 hours 4 times a week . I would also like some help with laundry and dishes

First baby to be delivered in DC at Sibleys hospital. Looking for someone to support me during the birth as I would like to have a natural birth. Budget is under 1200

Looking for overnight post partum doula care to support my first 6 weeks post partum

First baby, natural birth planned at George Washington University Hospital in D.C. but live temporarily in [personal details hidden]/Arlington before returning to [personal details hidden]; insurance is through Aetna (Foreign Service Benefits Plan) which includes the following doula benefits: Doula (FSBP): Physical and emotional support provided by a doula to our pregnant member (includes prenatal services, childbirth, and up to three (3) months postpartum care). Note: These providers are required to submit itemized bills and their Federal Tax I.D. Number and/or Certification Number (if a United States provider) as outlined in Section 7, Filing a claim for covered services. In-network, out-of-network, and providers outside the 50 United States: Nothing (No deductible) up to the Plan maximum of $1,200 per calendar year and all charges above $1,200 per calendar year

Looking for a birth doula at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring. I prefer someone who speaks Portuguese or Spanish. Budget is limited, and I would like someone who accepts Medicaid or insurance.

I'm looking for a doula who can help me through my first birthing experience. My insurance requires me to birth at Virginia Hospital Center and I've always been the kind of person to put half my trust in medical science and half my trust in holistic belief, I want to do everything I can to train my body and mind to be ready for the beautiful journey of childbirth. I want to build an ideal birth plan and have a doula that can help me Advocate it when I am in the zone during labor. Some goals i'd like to learn more about: Interested in alternative birthing positions like squatting or knees, might not want an epidural, Up to 40min delayed chord clamping, no wiping off the vernix.

Hello! I am due Nov 2 with our second. Hoping to find a certified postpartum doula who can help us with nourishing meals and recovery

Giving birth at Medstar with midwives, unsure about birth plan at this time, [personal details hidden], no provider requirements, Tricare East

I plan to give birth at the hospital. I need help coming up with a comprehensive birth plan. My goal is to spend $1500 for a doula.

First baby, hospital birth at Georgetown. Would like to labor naturally as long as possible but I am not totally against pain relief. Would love a doula who can support me in different positioning, hip squeezes etc and help me exercise my full agency during birth. It’s important to me to find someone who is a blend of holistic care and Western medicine. We’d also love for our doula to help us a bit after birth with postpartum and newborn care. Tri-Care East (Humana military) will cover the six hours worth of visits + one untimed visit for birth so we need someone who is a participant with them. After that our budget for postpartum/newborn support is $1,000 but we are open to discussing that further.

Night routine help. Can speak English and has 1-3 year experience.