From Pregnancy to Postpartum: Using Carrot Fertility to Build Your Dream Doula Team
Having a baby is the best - seriously! Yes, it can be full of highs and lows, excitement, and sometimes overwhelm… and let’s face it—the sheer volume of decisions around pregnancy and postpartum can get a little dizzying, but it’s truly the most transformative, incredible experience EVER. We may be biased, but having a doula team to support you through pregnancy, childbirth, and early postpartum can make your experience even more amazing. Doulas are the extra hands, compassionate hearts, and expertise you can rely on to support you. And thanks to Carrot Fertility, doula support is even more accessible!
But how do you easily find a birth doula or postpartum doula that qualifies for Carrot reimbursement? That’s where we come in. At National Baby Co. we are here to match you with qualified, professional doulas who are eligible for Carrot Fertility. Our custom doula matching is hands-on, simple, straightforward, and stress-free!
Why You Need a Doula Team
Having both birth and postpartum doula support provides continuity and offers you informed, evidence based, compassionate care from pregnancy through those critical postpartum days. A birth doula is available to support you in pregnancy and during labor, offering comfort measures, emotional support, and advocacy to ensure you have every opportunity for a beautiful experience and have the ability to make birth choices you feel good about. Postpartum doulas offer both daytime and overnight care and help you adjust to life with a newborn, providing practical assistance, emotional guidance, and education on everything from breastfeeding to baby care to postpartum recovery.
Together, a birth and postpartum doula team offers seamless support as you transition from pregnancy to parenthood. Think of it as building a dream team designed to ease each stage of the childbearing years, answering questions, helping you cope and supporting you through it all.
How Carrot Fertility Fits In
Carrot Fertility is more than a fertility benefits provider; it’s a resource to help you get the exact care you need, including doula services for both birth and postpartum. If you’re looking for support, Carrot can help cover the cost and National Baby Co is available to connect you with a range of Carrot-approved professionals.
With Carrot’s resources, you can tailor your doula care, covering both stages with personalized support that fits within your benefits. And the best part? Carrot makes navigating costs and coverage much simpler so that you can focus on your growing family.
For more information on what Carrot requires for approval, visit our blog here.
How National Baby Co. Helps You Find a Doula
At National Baby Co., we know that finding the right doula isn’t always a quick decision. You want someone who understands you, respects your preferences, and has the expertise to guide you through both birth and postpartum. That’s why we offer hands-on, custom doula matching to help you find Carrot-approved doulas that align with your specific needs.
Our matching process is simple and supportive. Here’s how it works:
Initial Inquiry – We want to get a clear understanding of what you’re looking for in both birth and postpartum doulas. We consider your preferences, budget, birth plan, and any specific needs you may have.
Customized Matching – Based your preferences, we’ll identify Carrot-approved doulas who check all your boxes. Whether you want a doula with specific expertise in VBAC, lactation, or newborn care, we’ll find the right fit for you. We aim to match you with 2-3 doulas so you have some choices, but without overwhelming you with too many options.
Meet Your Doula Team – We’ll introduce you to your matches so you can ask questions, get a feel for their approach, and decide who best aligns with your family’s values and goals. This gives you the peace of mind that you’ll be fully supported from pregnancy all the way through postpartum.
Hire Your Carrot-Approved Doulas: Once you’ve selected your ideal doula team through National Baby Co., the remaining process is very straightforward. Your doulas will send over contracts and invoices to reserve their services, and they’ll complete the attestation form Carrot requires to ensure you qualify for reimbursement. Once those logistics are complete, you’ll have your doula dream team!
The Benefits of Doula Support from Pregnancy to Postpartum
Doulas are trained to offer knowledgeable, empathetic care that reduces stress and provides peace of mind—something every new family can use. Here’s a look at how each stage of doula support can make a difference for you:
Pregnancy: Birth doulas can guide you through prenatal education, help you develop your birth plan, and answer questions on everything from birth options to pain management techniques.
Birth: A doula provides physical and emotional support, with hands-on assistance during labor that promotes a positive birth experience. Studies show that having a doula can even lower the chance of interventions, like C-sections, which ultimately helps you feel more empowered. However, if you plan to have a cesarean, a doula is just as valuable and available to support your birth choices.
Postpartum: Postpartum doulas ease the transition with hands-on baby care, support with feeding, lactation education, and education on newborn sleep and care routines. They also provide emotional reassurance, postpartum recovery guidance, and practical help, allowing you to focus on recovery and bonding with your baby.
Building Your Doula Team Has Never Been Easier
Using Carrot Fertility benefits to build your doula team with National Baby Co. makes the whole process easy and affordable. You’re investing in support that will benefit both you and your family, from pregnancy through postpartum. By working together, Carrot, National Baby Co., and your doula team help ensure you’re fully supported in every step of your journey to parenthood.
Ready to find your dream doula team? Reach out to National Baby Co. today, and let’s get you matched with the best Carrot-approved birth and postpartum doulas for your family!
