Who is Eligible?
Individuals enrolled in Washington Apple Health during pregnancy and up to a year postpartum.
Covered doula services?
- One prenatal intake visit
- Continuous labor and delivery support
- Up to 20 hours of additional prenatal postpartum visits
- One comprehensive postpartum visit included within those hours
- Postpartum support for up to 12 months after birth
- Education on newborn care, feeding, recovery, and community resources
Can doula services be used just for postpartum support?
Yes, Apple Health members can begin using the benefit before, during, or after giving birth, and that doula support may
be received for up to 12 months postpartum.
be received for up to 12 months postpartum.
Can a doula be hired after you have given birth?
Yes, Apple Health members can begin using the benefit after giving birth, and that doula support may
be received for up to 12 months postpartum.
be received for up to 12 months postpartum.