What is a doula?
A doula is a trained support partner who helps you feel supported, informed, and empowered through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Doula care may be available through your Aetna® health plan
Check your eligibility and connect with doula support during pregnancy and postpartum.
What you get as a Pomelo doula client
Support for you and your baby
Our doulas are here for you and your baby every step of the way–from pregnancy, to birth, and postpartum.
Care you can count on
Our doulas get to know what matters most: you. You’ll work with a doula** who supports your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum goals through consistent communication and hands-on support.
Customized care any time, anywhere
You can schedule visits with your doula, and call, text, or email them in between visits, too! The number of covered visits varies by employer.
Support when you need it most
Your doula will support you during your labor and delivery, whether you’re in the hospital or birthing center.
How it works
Activate my benefitRegister to sign up
Fill out the short form above to request your one-on-one doula services.
Match with your dedicated doula
Once your eligibility has been confirmed, you’ll be matched with a virtual doula who you can start chatting with right away! They'll work with you to determine what support model is right for you.
Get care and support
Your doula is here for you and your baby, day or night. Message your doula any time or meet by phone or video between your in-person visits.
Learn how a doula can support you on your path to parenthood:
5 ways a labor doula can help you have a better birth experience
A labor doula gives you the knowledge, support, and comfort tools that can make your birth safer, smoother, and more empowering.
The differences between a midwife and a doula, explained
Midwives provide medical care; doulas provide emotional and physical support–and together they can help you have a healthier, more empowered birth.