How Much Does a Midwife Cost in Tacoma, WA?

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Median package price

$1,850

Typical range $1,000–$2,400

Median hourly rate

$55/hr

Typical range $40–$60/hr

Near Tacoma Washington United States
Median package $1,850 $1,950 $1,200
Typical package range $1,000–$2,400 $1,000–$2,500 $500–$1,800
Median hourly rate $55/hr $55/hr $43/hr

Based on 171 package prices from 77 providers listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Tacoma, WA. Updated July 2026.

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The cost of a midwife in Tacoma, WA can be influenced by several factors:

  • Type of Midwife

    Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) who work in hospital settings may have different pricing than Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) who attend home births or birth center deliveries.

  • Birth Setting

    Hospital births with a midwife typically cost less out-of-pocket when covered by insurance, while home births and birth center deliveries may have different fee structures.

  • Scope of Services

    Many midwives offer comprehensive packages that include prenatal visits, labor and delivery support, and postpartum care, which can affect the overall cost.

  • Insurance Coverage

    Whether insurance covers the cost of a midwife in Tacoma, WA, depends on your specific insurance plan and the midwife's credentials. Many insurance plans, including Medicaid, do cover midwifery care if the midwife is licensed and practicing in-network or at an approved facility. Coverage may also differ based on whether the midwife provides care at home, in a birth center, or a hospital. It's essential to check directly with your insurance provider to confirm coverage details, including co-pays, deductibles, or any restrictions. Additionally, the midwife's office may assist with verifying insurance benefits.

  • Experience and Specialization

    Midwives with extensive experience, additional certifications, or specializations such as VBAC support or water birth may charge higher rates.

  • Geographic Location

    Midwifery costs can vary based on the cost of living and demand for midwifery services in your specific area.

When considering hiring a midwife in Tacoma, WA, it's advisable to research and interview several midwives to find one who aligns with your birth plan, preferences, and budget. During consultations, you can discuss their specific services, insurance acceptance, and pricing structure to ensure you have a clear understanding of what is included and the associated costs.

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Found 122 Midwives in Tacoma, WA

Aijanae Young

Seattle, Washington

5.0 (1 review)

Aijanae Young

9 years of experience
Accepts insurance

My name is Aijanae, the visionary founder of Village to Village Doulas, a premier doula agency renowned for its holistic and compassionate approach to childbirth and postpartum care. My journey into the world of maternal support was deeply personal and transformative. My son, my baby boy Jahsiah was diagnosed with Hepatoblastoma just as I had booked my calendar for the year, I was faced the immense challenge of balancing my professional and personal life. This experience underscored the importance of having a trusted support system during life's most vulnerable moments. Leveraging my personal journey, I established Village to Village Doulas to provide unparalleled support to local Doulas and parents navigating the complexities of childbirth and early parenthood.

Recent review

I have had such a positive, stress-free postpartum experience, and that is in very large part thanks to Aijanae. I feel so lucky to have found her and her team - from the moment I first talked to her, I knew I would want her to support me and my family. She exudes calm, and she is incredibly knowledgeable, and she is very generous with her time. Aijanae supported me for the first 6 weeks with overnights, and then her team (Jazzy, Wren, and Hailey) joined to support for the following 4 weeks. I thoroughly enjoyed Aijanae's company during the middle of the night feedings and so appreciated all her advice on breastfeeding and newborn care (and appreciated her folding laundry, doing some meal prep, and cleaning pump parts). Aijanae really cares about you as a new mother and goes out of her way with texts, phone calls, and in-person conversations to make sure you feel heard and supported. My experience with Jazzy, Wren, and Hailey was also great. They are all clearly experts in what they do. And the great thing about working with an agency, like Aijanae's agency, is that if you have a longer term contract like I did and someone inevitably gets sick or can't make a shift, there is always someone else who can cover. Our 10 weeks with Aijanae and her team were a big financial commitment, but it was worth every penny. I would wholeheartedly recommend Aijanae and Village to Village to any family who wants a smoother postpartum experience.

- Emily F.

Jessica, Autumn, Jordan .

Seattle, Washington

5.0 (38 reviews)

Jessica, Autumn, Jordan .

11 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Packages from $2,500

Hello, we’re Jessica, Autumn, and Jordan—three certified birth doulas (and photographers) serving families who desire to feel deeply supported, seen, and prepared as they welcome new life. We believe birth matters—not only the outcome, but the experience: how a woman is treated, how she’s supported, and how she remembers it. Our role is to be a calm, steady presence—listening well, praying over your journey if you wish, and holding space for both the intensity and the beauty of birth. Whether you’re preparing for an unmedicated birth, navigating past trauma, planning a VBAC, or simply want a trusted guide in the room, we provide evidence-based guidance, hands-on comfort, and heartfelt encouragement. Our hope is that you look back on your birth feeling empowered, informed, and cared for—body, mind, and spirit.

Recent review

Working with Jessica as our doula was one of the best decisions we made during our pregnancy journey. From the very beginning, she was amazing—supportive, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. Her initial consultation and two pre-birth meetings were packed with helpful information that made us feel so empowered and prepared going into labor. During the birth, Jessica was truly in tune with what I needed. She had this calm presence that grounded the whole room, and when we were in the thick of labor and forgot parts of our birth plan, she gently and confidently advocated for us. She also captured the most beautiful photos during the birth—images we’ll treasure forever. What amazed us even more is that her photography never took away from her doula support; she was fully present the entire time—I didn’t even realize she was taking pictures! A few days after our birth, she came over to our home to check in on us, making sure we were all doing well physically, mentally, and emotionally. She brought a huge, delicious jar of homemade bone broth with her, and it felt like the most thoughtful gift. We are beyond thankful for everything Jessica did for us. Her genuine care, compassion, and expertise made all the difference in our pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience.

- The W.

Karen Goins

Seattle, Washington

5.0 (3 reviews)

Karen Goins

12 years of experience
Accepts insurance

Welcome to our nurturing space, where the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda meets the heartfelt support of birth and postpartum doulas. We are a dedicated group of professionals who believe in the holistic approach to childbirth and postnatal care, integrating the timeless principles of Ayurveda to support, heal, and balance mothers on their incredible journey from pregnancy through to the postpartum period. Our practice is built on the foundation of compassion, understanding, and tailored care, recognizing that each mother, baby, and family is unique. By incorporating Ayurvedic practices, we offer natural, personalized support that aligns with your body’s needs and your family's preferences. From nutritional guidance based on Ayurvedic dietetics to herbal remedies and massages that promote healing and relaxation, our approach is designed to nurture both the physical and emotional well-being of mothers and their newborns. As your doulas, we provide continuous emotional support, physical comfort, and advocacy, ensuring you feel empowered and informed throughout your birthing experience and beyond into the postpartum period. Whether it's helping to develop a birth plan that reflects your wishes and Ayurvedic principles, offering techniques for pain management and relaxation during labor, or assisting with breastfeeding and newborn care while honoring your body's postpartum recovery, we are here to support you every step of the way.

Recent review

Karen was there from the night we brought our baby home. Excellent at her job and was so caring for both our daughter and myself.

- Maria C.

Arise Doula Collective

Seattle, Washington

5.0 (1 review)

Arise Doula Collective

12 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Packages from $2,500

At Arise Doula Collective, we offer our clients nearly 25 years of combined experience in the doula and healthcare fields. We are trained to support your unique birth experience whether you have a home birth, hospital birth, or deliver at a birthing center. We support unmedicated childbirth as well as epidural or C-section deliveries. We are a small team of three doulas who work together to provide continuous, relationship-based care and cannot wait to walk alongside you through this journey!

Recent review

I highly recommend having Jordan as your doula. Our experience with Jordan was 11/10; she was magic. Jordan makes everything easy. She listened to what my husband and I were each hoping for in our birth experience and helped us get there! We learned so much from her to truly understand all our options, to really make welcoming our little one what we wanted. We had a lot of questions and Jordan answered every question we had without fail, with both honesty and reassurance. If she didn’t already know the answer from her wealth of experience, she would find the answer and always follow up. No question was ever too big, small or silly; we always felt comfortable asking her. Jordan goes above and beyond. From arranging to stay nearby so that she wouldn’t miss a thing when our due date came to sending exercises to prep for labor to helping us postpartum, Jordan has become someone we trust wholeheartedly. We count ourselves very lucky to have her in our corner and will definitely call her if we are expecting again!

- Eleanor H.

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