THE ORGANIZATION IS DEVELOPING A STATEWIDE NETWORK OF DOULAS THROUGH THE LOCAL HEALTHY START COALITIONS. DOULAS ARE NON-MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS TRAINED TO SUPPORT MOTHERS AND FAMILIES WITH PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND EVIDENCE-BASED INFORMATION BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER BIRTH. THEY HELP TO ENSURE THAT A MOTHER, BABY, AND FAMILY ACHIEVE THE HEALTHIEST, MOST REWARDING BIRTH EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE.
DatesJul 1, 2023 – Jun 30, 2024
