As of 9/2021 There are helpful resources for individuals with barriers to healthcare access in other sections of this website (testing under “Health Info”, and many under “Communities”) that can also apply to mothers-to-be. Note that Bread for the City (free COVID-19 testing and free primary care) does not offer Read more…
As of 9/2021 If you need to quickly exit this page, click here. Laws about abortion differ in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. If you need to talk to someone, All Options runs a free hotline and provides nonjudgmental options counseling on unintended pregnancy, parenting, abortion, and adoption. Call (888) 493-0092 Read more…
As of 9/2021 Particularly during a pandemic, it is important to stay both physically and mentally healthy. If you are feeling stress, anxiety, or depression, talk to your healthcare provider and refer to the CDC’s recommendations about coping strategies for anxiety and depression during and after pregnancy. There are many resources Read more…
As of 9/2021 Although this varies by hospital, at this time the ACOG recommends that inductions occur as indicated.Please ask your healthcare provider about your hospital’s policies regarding inductions. For the safety of the doulas and patients, ACOG recommends that doulas follow the individual hospital policies regarding visitors and your Read more…
As of 09/2021 The guidelines will rapidly evolve as more data is collected about the vaccines. As of July 30th 2021, ACOG (American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology) “recommends that all eligible persons, including pregnant and lactating individuals, receive a COVID-19 vaccine or vaccine series”. This decision was made in Read more…
