Most insurance plans, particularly extended health coverage, have provisions for complementary healthcare services or something called a healthcare spending account. While doula care may not be explicitly listed, exploring these avenues can lead to surprising discoveries.
What’s the difference between a doula and a midwife? Midwives provide medical care, while doulas offer emotional, physical, and informational support. Instead of choosing between them, many families benefit from both—combining expertise for a more empowered and supported birth experience. Find out how these roles complement each other!
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A cesarean or c-section (also known as a belly birth), is a surgical procedure in which a baby is delivered through incisions in your abdomen and uterus. Scheduled c-sections may be suggested if your baby is breech, you have placenta previa, you are expecting multiples, or you need a guaranteed delivery before you reach full-term gestation. Unscheduled cesarean sections are when there is a reason for imminent birth and it is necessary to have a surgical birth within the next few minutes to hours.
While c-sections can be life-saving for parents and babies in certain situations, they are also associated with higher risks of complications compared to vaginal birth. Additionally, c-sections and its ensuing healing can have long-term health consequences for both the parent and baby. In saying this, belly births continue to be one of the most stigmatized journeys to birth a family can take.
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Whether you’re pregnant, planning, or postpartum, this Brood-approved Calgary resource guide highlights the best local midwives, doulas, wellness providers, and inclusive care teams to support your journey.
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