During these uncertain times my safety and my client’s safety is my primary concern. I am fully vaccinated and boosted. If clients request I wear a mask during prenatal and postpartum visits, I am happy to do so. Most hospitals require proof of vaccination upon joining birthing families and also require me to wear a mask for the duration of labor.

If I am hired as a birth doula, and test positive at the time of baby’s birth, I will ensure the family has a great back-up doula. If either my client or their partner/husband test positive at the time of birth, most Los Angeles hospitals only allow one support person. I the case that I may not join the family, I am available to support virtually either via zoom/facetime/phone. If my support is virtual, this is obviously the same as being present in the room, but I make every effort to make the experience memorable. I do still require the balance of my fee which is due after the baby is born.