Expert Doula Support for Your Birth Journey
Personalized care for a confident birth and smooth postpartum transition
Welcome to the Calgary Doula Association!
We are a dedicated non-profit organization based in Alberta, focused on supporting birthing families with compassion, knowledge, and care. Our team of trained doulas provides emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labour, birth, and the postpartum period, ensuring you have the resources and confidence to navigate this transformative journey.
As you explore our website, you'll discover how doulas can enhance your birth experience by offering personalized support tailored to your needs. We are here to empower you to make informed decisions about your birth and to help create a positive, nurturing experience for you and your family.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@calgarydoulas.ca. We are here to support you every step of the way.
About Us
At CDA, we are a dedicated community of trained birth and postpartum doulas, committed to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the early stages of parenthood. We believe every birthing person deserves compassionate, professional support, and we’re here to ensure families have the healthiest, most empowering experiences possible.
With a focus on education, community, and ethical standards, our association is proud to be a trusted resource in Calgary and surrounding areas.
Doula Portal
Are you a member of the Calgary Doula Association? Log in to the Doula Portal to access exclusive resources, member updates, and important tools to help you in your practice.
Resource Library
Explore our collection of guides, articles, and tools designed to support you throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. Click below to access helpful resources and info.
FAQs
Whether you’re curious about the services doulas offer or how they can support you during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, we’re here to help.
Explore our FAQs to learn more, and if you have more questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d love to connect and support you on this beautiful journey!
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In Calgary, the cost for a trained and certified, experienced birth doula typically ranges from $900 to $2000.
For postpartum doulas, you can expect to pay between $30 and $45 per hour.
If cost is a concern, many doulas offer a sliding scale or reduced rates, especially certifying doulas. We believe every birthing person deserves the support of a doula and work to make this possible for those who seek one.
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Doula packages vary based on the individual doula’s style and preferences. Most offer a free, no-obligation consultation to ensure you’re a good fit.
Many doulas also include one or two prenatal meetings in their packages. Additional services might include postpartum support, breastfeeding assistance, placenta encapsulation, photography, and more.
We encourage you to explore different doulas to find the one whose services align with your needs and desires.
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Your doula is there for emotional, physical, and informational support—not medical advice.
While doulas are not medically trained, they work in harmony with your medical team, including doctors, midwives, and nurses. Most medical professionals are highly supportive of doulas, as they enhance the birthing experience and contribute positively to your well-being.
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A doula’s main focus is to make your birth experience as positive as possible, based on your preferences. They work closely with you before the birth to understand your vision and help you achieve it, respecting your decisions and the unfolding circumstances.
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