Guides
CNM, CPM, Licensed Midwife or Doula? Who Does WhatThe training, certification and licensing behind each midwifery credential, and how doulas differ.What Is a Birth Center? Licensing, Accreditation and Questions to AskHow freestanding birth centers work, who they are for, how they are licensed and accredited, and what to ask on a tour.Paying for a Midwife, Birth Center or Doula: Medicaid, Insurance and HSAsWhat Medicaid must cover, what Marketplace plans cover, global fees, doula fees and HSA or FSA rules.Choosing a Midwife, Birth Center or Doula: Questions to AskA checklist for interviewing midwives, birth centers and doulas, from license checks to transfer plans and fees.