Birth Doula Contract Template

Our Birth Doula Contract is a comprehensive, 3-page document designed to outline the terms and expectations for both families and doulas during the birth process. This contract provides clarity on the professional services, policies, and mutual responsibilities to ensure a smooth, supportive experience as you navigate labor and delivery. The key areas covered in the contract include:

• What is a Doula?
A clear explanation of the role of a birth doula, including the emotional, physical, and informational support provided to families during pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

• Limitations of the Birth Doula
Outlines what a birth doula is not qualified to do, ensuring clear expectations about the professional boundaries of the role.

• Scope of Practice
Details on the services a birth doula can provide, outlining the limits of professional support to avoid any misunderstandings.

• Rates and Payment Terms
Transparent information on service fees, payment schedules, and accepted methods of payment.

• Refund, Cancellation, and Rescheduling Policy
Clear guidelines on what happens if you need to cancel or reschedule your birthing doula services, including terms for refunds.

• Fraudulent Chargebacks
An explanation of the procedures for handling fraudulent chargebacks and the protections in place to prevent them.

• Confidentiality
A commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality of all client information, ensuring your privacy is respected at all times.

• Disclosure of Communicable Diseases
A policy outlining the importance of transparency regarding any communicable diseases for the health and safety of all involved.

• Liability
Clarifies the extent of liability for the doula’s services, including a statement of non-responsibility for any medical outcomes.

• Termination of Agreement
Conditions under which the contract may be terminated by either party, with respect to the rights and responsibilities of both the doula and the client.

• Photography and Videography Release
A section that discusses the use of photography and video during your sessions, including permissions and consent for any media created.

Key Features:

• Easy to edit: Customize the template with your business information and specific terms to meet your unique needs.
• Print-ready: Once edited, the template can be easily printed for use in physical form.
• Fax-friendly: The layout and format of the template are suitable for faxing to clients for quick and efficient communication.
• Email-friendly: The file can be easily attached and downloaded via email.

How It Works:
1. Purchase the Birth Doula Contract Template.
2. Edit the contract in Microsoft Word by customizing it with your business name, contact details, and specific terms and conditions.
3. Save your updated contract and use it to formalize agreements with clients.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Personal Use Only: This template is for personal use only. You may not resell, redistribute, forward, or share this file.
• Digital Product: No physical product will be shipped. This is a digital product available immediately after purchase.
• All Sales Are Final: Due to the nature of digital products, all sales are non-refundable.

Optimize your business operations and provide peace of mind to both doulas and clients with a well-defined contractual agreement.