Compassionate Birth Support
Connect with certified doulas who provide compassionate, evidence-based support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. We're Virginia's trusted network of birth workers dedicated to empowering families.
A doula is a trained birth worker who provides continuous, compassionate support to families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Provides physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and delivery. Birth doulas advocate for your preferences while working collaboratively with your healthcare team.
Supports families during the fourth trimester, offering assistance with newborn care, recovery, meal preparation, and emotional support during this transformative time.
Doula support is backed by decades of research showing improved birth outcomes, increased satisfaction, and enhanced family bonding.
Our member doulas offer a range of specialized services to support your family's unique needs.
Prenatal companionship, education about birth options, comfort measures, and emotional support to help you prepare for birth with confidence and calm.
Presence throughout your labor, comfort techniques, position changes, breathing support, and advocacy to help you achieve the birth experience you desire.
Practical support with newborn care, recovery, household tasks, and emotional check-ins during those critical early weeks of parenthood.
Services for families experiencing loss, high-risk pregnancies, cesarean births, adoption, and other unique circumstances requiring specialized, compassionate care.
Our certified doulas meet rigorous standards for training, experience, and ethical practice.
August 29-30, 2026
Recertification opportunity for practicing doulas.
October 8-9, 2026
CHW & Doula Conference collaboration at Germanni Community College, Culpeper, VA.
Ongoing
DOULAVA partners with hospitals to celebrate families in the community.
Monthly
Professional development opportunities with virtual and in-person options.
Highlights from the 2025 Power of We Conference
DOULAVA maintains a comprehensive directory of practicing and certified doulas throughout Virginia. The directory is accessible via our main site and lists doulas organized by name with detailed service information.
Ready to connect with a doula? Have questions about our services? We'd love to hear from you.
Reach out to the Doula Association of Virginia:
1-844-DOULAVA info@doulava.orgor visit us on social media for updates and resources