Doula UK
Doula UK is a network of Doulas run voluntarily by Doulas. It is a non-profit organisation that started in February 2001. Doulas support women and their families during pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood. This support is practical and emotional but non-medical in nature. Doula UK supports doulas by offering guidance and support with training and professional development. Doula UK is also a main source of information for parents, the media and health professionals with regard to doulas and birth partners.
The Doula UK hardship Fund
Supporting you to have a Doula at your birth
Doula UK have a limited budget to help their Doulas support clients in their local community who do not have the means to employ a Doula. For more information about the Doula UK Hardship Fund, click here
This funding can be assessed for Birth Doula or Postpartum Doula Services.
Doula UK Resources
Doula UK have a number of useful resources on their website, including;
- The Find-a-Doula facility allows you to locate Doulas in your area
- Information about the Doula UK Philosophy, Code of Conduct and Guidelines for employing a Doula
- The Doula UK complaints procedure
- Information about what Doulas do, and how to become a Doula

