Doula Services

Culturally aligned and high-quality care for all

Our doulas serve a wide range of clients, including people going through high-risk or difficult pregnancies.

 

Birth doulas support people throughout any stage of pregnancy and assist them in realizing their chosen birthing plans. Postpartum doulas assist people with people who have just given birth. Because our doulas are trained in the full reproductive spectrum, we are able to provide doulas to support people through a range of reproductive health choices or situations such as abortion, adoption, birth and postpartum, miscarriage, stillbirth, and grief support. 

Our Community Doula Program - where we match clients with community-based doulas - is structured to address the misinformation of fear-based care through community childbirth education. This client education goes beyond physical monitoring to 1) create community connection with supplementary supportive resources lacking in obstetrics-based care and 2) to empower families the tools they need to make informed decisions and advocate for themselves. We also offer monthly childbirth education classes that are open to our doula clients as well as community members to support this goal.

Antepartum Doula

Specializing in supporting pregnant people going through a high-risk or difficult pregnancy. We support our clients in a number of ways. If a pregnant person is on bed rest, an antepartum doula can help much like a postpartum doula helps a new parent – cooking meals, light housework, helping the mother organize things for the new baby, navigating culturally appropriate resources, attending appointments and, most importantly, providing emotional and informational support, and advocacy.

Birth Doula 

Ancient Song birth doulas offer support throughout pregnancy. So, whether you are 14 weeks or 37 weeks we can assist you on your path to the birth you want.  By offering emotional and physical support, counseling, information to make informed decisions, advocacy, and non-judgemental support.

We specialize in high risk pregnancies, VBAC's, Sexual Abuse/Trauma, and more. Embracing the whole and not just the parts to offer you the support you need to birth as you choose. 

 

Postpartum Doula 

ASDS postpartum doulas are here to assist you with self care options, healing from c-section, traumatic birth, light housework, light meals, newborn care, sleep habits, infant feeding issues and solutions, nutritional guidance, and a comforting ear as  you transition into parenthood.

Abortion & Loss

ASDS Doula offers non-judgmental support throughout your reproductive health choices. Our doulas are trained to offer culturally humble care and resources to affirm you through your healthcare. We can attend appointments and offer aftercare as necessary in home.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, our first consultation last approximately 30-40 minutes and is completely free. During, this appointment we discuss services offered and how we can best serve you.

  • Typically 2 calendar weeks but this depends on holidays and current influx of clients and doula availability.

  • Labor Support fees range from $800-$1600. Flexible payment options are available. All fees are due by 34 weeks of pregnancy.

    $250 non-refundable deposit reserves your space

    1/2 due before the first visit

    1/2 due before the second visit

    Steps to begin:

    1. Complete the form

    2. Attend a 30 minute consultation with perinatal coordinator from Ancient Song

    3. Complete contract

    4. Remit $250 (non-refundable deposit) to secure space.

    5. Begin Services.

  • No, there is no cutoff ideally you want to start services in your second trimester of pregnancy. But if you are 37 weeks and trying to obtain a doula it may be difficult under short notice. We do our best to accommodate everyone.

  • New York: We currently do not accept Medicaid. We do accept Flex -Pay accounts and can accept some private insurance plans. Please contact your insurer to confirm.

    New Jersey: We are currently in the process of accepting Medicaid and Manage Care Plans.

  • Yes, we offer a three payment installment plan. All services must be paid by 34 weeks or services will be discontinued.

  • Currently, we are accepting clients for the NYC Citywide Doula Initiative please click the link to see if you qualify. When submitting your application please make sure to indicate you are interested in this program.

  • Last, three most recent paystubs, unemployment letter, letter from shelter or housing authority, WIC letter, and or letter from support person or entity.

  • Yes, here are two resources that can assist you in paying for doula services.

    Black Birth Equity Fund sponsored by BabyDove you can apply for a grant to cover the cost of doula services in the amount of $1300.

    Looking for another way to pay? With Be Her Village you can add Ancient Song to your registry and encourage your family and friends to help pay for doula services and classes.