Apply today to get Matched with a certified Birth in Color Doula!

Serving Colorful Families in Virginia

Our Doula Collective

The Birth in Color Doula Collective is made of over 100 community-based doulas (and counting) that support across the state of Virginia. Our doula certification requirements are based on evidence-based information and are informed by decades of experience.

Location Based Care

Our doulas serve every corner of our state, with cohorts of doulas in and around Richmond, Henrico, Hampton Roads, the Eastern Shore, Lynchburg, Farmville, Danville, Roanoke, Martinsville, and the DMV.

What Clients Are Saying

My [Birth in Color] doula was so amazing. We had experienced two miscarriages before our rainbow baby and she helped us with the anxieties we felt throughout our pregnancy. She was informative, kind, and always willing to listen. She brought me peace and laughs in the delivery room. her calming spirit and kind heart coupled with her knowledge made my birth experience a positive one.

— Brittany Lopes

My doula was very helpful throughout my pregnancy journey. I felt more confident and prepared. I was given multiple resources and advice that helped me get a better understanding of my journey. I am grateful to have been able to have this experience and have a successful pregnancy. Thank you!

— Olivia Johnson

My doula was AMAZING. If i could give her a 12/10 I would. She loves what she does. She was very caring and supportive throughout my pregnancy and when it was time to give birth. Her energy is amazing and I would highly recommend her to anyone. ”

— Lashay Brake

The Birth in Color Doula Project is able to accept pregnant people of any identity; people of color and those with Medicaid are encouraged to apply for care.

*If you are a Care Provider applying for a patient, please indicate your relationship to the patient at the end of this form.

APPLICANTS MUST READ:

  • Doula Care includes 4 prenatal visits, 4 postpartum visits, phone/text support, and birth attendance by a Birth in Color Doula.

  • Applicants will receive an email within 7-10 business days of applying letting them know whether or not they have been accepted into The Birth in Color Doula Project to receive Doula Care.

  • Applicants must check their spam folders for emails from Birth in Color.

  • Applicants MUST INDICATE ACCEPTANCE within 48 hours!

  • If an acceptance reply is not received, applicants are subject to removal from the program.

  • If acceptance is received by Birth in Color an assigned Doula will contact the applicant within 48 hours using the preferred form of contact.

  • If the doula does not receive a response from the applicant within 48 hours, they will be removed from the program.

  • Birth in Color will send you important updates via email and information via text messages to the contact information you provide on your application. You can unsubscribe at any time and you will still receive messages via regarding your doula care and services.

IMPORTANT

Select your area below to apply for services — by applying on the correct form, we can more easily pair you with a doula close to you. Those who apply for a doula in a different area are subject to longer processing times.

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