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+ Ask a Doula Anything

Q: Are the doulas from Blossom’s referral service background checked?
A: Blossom does not conduct background checks. If you are interested in conducting a background check, please check and discuss with the doula directly. Thank you. 

Q: Is it too late for me to find a doula? / When should I start looking for a doula?
A: It’s generally best to start the process of finding a doula as soon as possible. Doulas can often book up months in advance. It is usually very unlikely to find a doula that fits all your needs and is available on short notice. However, it is not impossible, and sometimes families are still able to find a doula at the last minute. 

Q: What are the doulas’ rates? Can you tell me their prices?
A: We kindly ask/encourage you to call each doula directly to learn more about their experience, services, and rates. All the doulas are independent contractors who pay for a listing on Blossom's website. Each doula sets and controls their own rates. So it is between the families and doulas to discuss rates directly and negotiate the final rate agreement.

Q: Are the doulas from Blossom's referral service certified?
A: Certification and qualification are not necessarily the same thing. 

​Some of the doulas in Blossom's referral program are certified through an organization. There are various doula organizations out there (ex. DONA, CAPPA, ICEA, Cornerstone, and more.)

Some doulas in Blossom's referral program are trained, qualified, and have experience in their practice-- but they are not certified through an organization. 

If a doula is not certified, it does not necessarily mean they're unqualified- it might simply mean they do not wish to be a member/affiliated with a particular organization. 

But if you have questions about doula's certification/qualifications, it is always strongly recommended to speak directly with the doulas you interview.

For any questions, please contact deana@blossombirthandfamily.org.