difference between doula and midwife?

and are either covered by insurance even if you have regular OB doctor?

ooh lot of related topics listed under this, maybe I should have searched first...

Message edited 8/13/2009 9:29:34 PM.

Re: difference between doula and midwife?

I am switching between seeing the midwife and one of the Drs at my practice. They are both covered by insurance. A main difference between a midwife and doula is a midwife sees and guides you through the whole process of being pregnant. A doula is there to help you through your labor. A doula is really just a very attentive labor coach.

Re: difference between doula and midwife?

So if I have an OB and a doula, insurance will cover them both?

Re: difference between doula and midwife?

A midwife provides complete medical care throughout the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. The only thing they can't do is c-sections. They are covered by insurance as your primary care proicder.

A doula offers labor/postpartum support. She offers you support to help you achieve the type of birth you want. Help you deal with contractions, etc. They are not covered by insurance.

Re: difference between doula and midwife?

Only a midwife is covered by insurance as they act as your medical professional throughout your pregnancy.
A doula is not covered (at least not by mine). They provide support during and after the labor.
refer to
DONA
I also found:
Difference between Midwife and Doula
HTH

Re: difference between doula and midwife?

Posted by nadia

Only a midwife is covered by insurance as they act as your medical professional throughout your pregnancy.
A doula is not covered (at least not by mine). They provide support during and after the labor.
refer to
DONA
I also found:
Difference between Midwife and Doula
HTH