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Three ADA-certified doulas. One family. Twenty-two days. Each doula left in tears. This is the story of a service we chose to end — and why protecting our doulas will always come first.
March 31, 2026
Our doulas dedicate themselves to caring for families during one of life's most vulnerable moments. But too often, they face disrespect, false accusations, and mistreatment in the very homes they serve. ADA is taking a stand.
March 31, 2026
On September 20-21, 2025, the Asian Doula Alliance hosted its first annual Postpartum Doula Summit in Irvine, California, bringing together over 150 doulas, nursing students, and healthcare leaders.
October 5, 2025
Several ADA-certified postpartum doulas have successfully completed the credentialing process to become approved providers with Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP), opening a new pathway for culturally competent care.
August 28, 2025
Carrot Fertility, the leading employer fertility and postpartum benefit platform, now recognizes ADA certification for its doula provider network — opening a new pathway for families to access culturally integrated care.
June 15, 2025
For three years, Mei-Ling Chen's world was measured in miles — eighteen wheels, two drivers, one small boy, and an endless ribbon of American highway. Then she found something she didn't know she was looking for.
May 20, 2025
Estimated Reading Time: ~9 minutesIntroductionInsurance isn’t just a bureaucratic checkbox—it’s an essential pillar of a sustainable doula practice. From birth doulas to postpartum specialists, profes...
March 22, 2025
Estimated Reading Time: ~11 minutesIntroductionContinuing education is the lifeblood of a thriving doula practice. While many doulas complete initial training programs to earn their certifications, th...
March 18, 2025
(保护自己的合法劳动权利)Estimated Reading Time: ~9 minutesIntroductionIntegrity is the ethical backbone of any profession, and this rings especially true in doula work, which centers on trust, compassion, and hu...
March 2, 2025
Estimated Reading Time: ~9 minutesIntroductionMany doulas begin their careers as sole proprietors, working under their own names without formal business structures. While this approach is simple, it c...
December 29, 2024
(Privacy, Confidentiality, and Mutual Respect)Estimated Reading Time: ~12 minutesIntroductionDoulas hold a uniquely intimate role in a family’s life. From prenatal check-ins to hands-on labor support ...
December 17, 2024
Postpartum mental health is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of maternal care, particularly within Asian communities in the United States. Cultural stigmas and systemic barriers frequently preve...
June 17, 2024
In recent years, the postpartum doula industry within Asian communities in the United States has faced significant challenges. Reports of unethical practices by some doulas, often referred to as “Asi...
June 8, 2024
The Importance of BalancePostpartum care in many Asian cultures is rich with time-honored traditions—special confinement foods, herbal remedies, and meticulous recovery rituals for new mothers. These ...
March 25, 2024
In the diverse landscape of the United States, language can often be a barrier to accessing quality healthcare, particularly in specialized fields like postpartum care. For many Asian families, the po...
February 28, 2024
In the postpartum care landscape, few organizations have successfully merged the rich, time-honored traditions of Asian cultures with the rigor of modern, evidence-based practices. The Asian Doula All...
February 12, 2024
