FAQs

What is a doula?

A doula is a professional trained to provide education, practical & emotional support to parents in the perinatal period.

What does a postpartum doula do?

Postpartum doulas provide support to parents by helping them feel comfortable & confident as they welcome their baby into their lives.

Click “Postpartum Doula” for a detailed look at what practical, educational and emotional support for families looks like after birth.

How can I become a postpartum doula with CDA?

Apply to be a CDA postpartum doula by filling out the form linked here. Applicants will interview with 1 or 2 members of our board of directors to connect “in-person” and make sure our values align.

Who do we partner with?

To take a look at our currently partnering doulas…

Are CDA doula services really free for clients?

YES!

How many hours of care does a family receive?

Each family receives 20 hours of in-home postpartum care to be scheduled at their convenience.

How is CDA funded?

Our first 3 years of operation were funded by seasonal fundraisers and private donations from generous community members. Private donations continue to be a valuable source of funding for us.

For up-to-date information regarding our grant funding, check out our news.

What happens with my donation?

Grants and donations are primarily used to pay for professional postpartum doula care for low and middle-income families. A small portion of funds goes to administrative costs.

Can I make an in-kind donation, instead of cash?

No, we do not currently take in-kind donations.

However, St. Mary’s Home, which supports young parents and their children, does accept in-kind donations for new and gently-used infant gear/goods.