Bereavement Doula Support
Gentle, compassionate support for families experiencing miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.
THE SHORT ANSWER
- A bereavement doula offers emotional and practical support through pregnancy loss and the time after.
- I support you at your pace, with no expectations about how you should feel.
- In Washington, Apple Health covers doula services for clients who experience perinatal loss.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Always talk with your doctor or midwife about your own care.
How I can support you
- Calm, steady presence before, during, and after birth
- Help understanding your options so you can talk them through with your care team
- Support with memory making, if you want it, such as photos, prints, or keepsakes
- Help sharing your wishes with your care team and family
- Postpartum check-ins and support at home
- Connecting you with grief and emotional support resources
Support for your whole family
Loss affects partners, grandparents, and siblings too. I can help your family find ways to support each other, and give your partner a break when they need one.
Other support
Postpartum Support International offers a free helpline at 1-800-944-4773. Your provider can connect you with grief counseling. If you are ever in crisis, call or text 988.
If you are expecting again after a loss, see my page on pregnancy after loss.
Questions families ask
What does a bereavement doula do?
A bereavement doula gives emotional and practical support during and after a pregnancy or infant loss. A doula does not provide medical care.
Does Apple Health cover doula support after a loss?
Apple Health has clarified that clients who experience perinatal loss, such as miscarriage or stillbirth, are eligible for birth doula services.
How do I reach out?
You can fill out my contact form or email me. I'll respond gently and we can talk about what support would help your family.
If you are facing a loss, I'm so sorry. I'd be honored to walk alongside you. Reach out whenever you're ready.
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