Doula Love

12/19/2025

We understand that many of you have been closely following the “Momnibus” bill and are thrilled to hear that commercial insurance will begin covering Doula Care starting in 2026. While we share your excitement about this development, we must acknowledge that there are still several uncertainties.

What We Need from You

We kindly ask our community to reach out to your insurance companies to gather information regarding your Doula coverage. It’s important to note that commercial insurers may utilize different coding than what is currently being used for Medicaid and OEBB/PEBB families, which could complicate reimbursements.

Billing commercial insurance directly can be challenging for Doulas. Many may opt for an upfront payment model, providing you with a SUPER BILL to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Please remember, your doula must currently be a state-certified THWs to be eligible for reimbursement. If they issue a super bill using the same codes as Medicaid, you may not receive proper reimbursement.
By reaching out to your insurance companies for clarity on accepted codes, you not only encourage insurers to take action but also assist Doulas within the community in ensuring families receive the reimbursements they deserve.

If you obtain any pertinent information, we would greatly appreciate it if you could share it with us. We are more than willing to disseminate this information within the Doula community. While we do not claim to be experts in insurance billing, we are committed to working alongside you to help our community secure the coverage it rightfully deserves.

12/17/2025

Our doulas are starting busy through the end of the year! November was a full month with lots of babies arriving.

Reach out to us if you’re interested in Birth, Postpartum, or Sibling Doula Care, Childbirth Classes, Placenta Services, Doula Training, Mentorship opportunities and more!

12/06/2025

Body Ready Method, presented by Shontee Dockter - December 14, 2025

9:00am
In-Person

You deserve your best possible birth experience! There is so much you can do to prepare your body and mind when you have the right knowledge and tools. In this interactive workshop, taught by a Certified Body Ready Method professional, you will have an opportunity to build confidence and add tools to your toolbox.

Registration link in bio. All Doula Love clients receive additional discounts on their classes. Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged!

11/18/2025

October may not have been as busy on the books, but it’s only the calm before the party! Lots of babies are getting ready to join their families this winter!

11/17/2025

11/15/2025

Once a month outside Blanchet House, you might see Paul Susi at a pop-up table. Using his money, he helps people apply for birth certificates and replacement IDs. On Thurs, he wrote checks for 58 people!

“Lack of ID prevents people from accessing housing, employment, treatment, and care,” Paul says. “It’s a blind spot.”

Learn more or support his work: https://paulsusi.wordpress.com/pdx-id-assistance/

11/10/2025

Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases in 10 states of infant botulism linked to baby formula that was being recalled, authorities said Saturday.

ByHeart Inc. agreed to begin recalling two lots of the company’s Whole Nutrition Infant Formula, the Food and Drug Administration said in a statement.

Read more: https://www.oregonlive.com/health/2025/11/baby-formula-recalled-after-hospitalizing-13-infants-including-oregon-child.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dhfacebook&utm_content=app.dashsocial.com%2Ftheoregonian%2Flibrary%2Fmedia%2F604506596

10/31/2025

We at Doula Love have felt so sad and disheartened about the impending SNAP funding lapse and want to show up for our community to help lessen the impact on the families in our community.

Our goal is to put together 400 shelf-stable meals-in-a-bag, as well as packs of diapers and formula.

We may not be able to single-handedly solve this crisis, but together, we can lessen the impact, one $10 donation at a time.

If you feel so called to join us in this by donating items or funds, you can do so at the link in our bio or (add drop-off info here).

We will be coordinating the shopping, assembly, and distribution over these next few weeks.

Donations will be distributed in a variety of ways!
Free Fridges and Pantries
Doula Love families in need
To our Community Partner Yasiin’s Luv

So if you are like us, and want to make a difference, donate here and we will take care of the rest. We are so much more powerful together

If you are a family who will be impacted by the SNAP funds and would like to receive some of these meal kits, please reach out to us via DM and we will get them to you once they have been assembled.

You can send diapers and formula directly to us as well. Doula Love - 7325 N. Westanna Ave Portland, OR 97203

https://gofund.me/8938bc3ac

10/31/2025

PSI Oregon Chapter is looking for you to join the board! Below you'll find open positions. We are hoping to expand our footprint in Oregon so if you are located in a Coastal, Eastern, Central, or Southern part of the state, please reach out as your voice can help further PSI Oregon Chapter mission.