Doula Stipend Program
The Doula Stipend Program offers free birth doula services to expectant parents who may not otherwise have access to hire one.
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About the program:
The Green River Doula Network Doula Stipend Program serves as a part of the comprehensive, wrap around perinatal support program:
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The Village 360 program will match expectant parents and growing families with a participating birth doula.
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The Village 360 program will also connect families with free childbirth education opportunities, access to peer-led support groups, and an It Takes a Village Home Visit Volunteer, for 12-weeks of postpartum care.
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This program serves parents in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden counties- open to all, no income or insurance requirements.
About the participating doulas:
As long as they adhere to the following terms, any doula who is a participating member of the Green River Doula Network can take part in this program. In exchange for services, Green River Doula Network will pay them a $2,000 stipend.​
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Requirements:
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Show proof of training
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Provide a free consultation
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Provide 2 prenatal appointments
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1:1 Continuous labor support
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Provide 1-2 postpartum appointments
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Make arrangements for back-up doula support
If you are a Western Mass doula interested in taking part in this program,
apply to become a member today!