There was a recent article in The Bump that dives into the real cost of hiring a doula and the deep value behind that investment. It’s a conversation worth having, and I was grateful for the opportunity to weigh in as an expert.

The article breaks down typical doula pricing—ranging from $1,000 to $1,500 for a birth doula, and up to $3,500 in larger markets. It also notes that postpartum support usually averages $25–$50 hourly