1. (a) A certified doula may:

   1. (1) Provide support to pregnant individuals and their families, including surrogates and adoptive parents;
   2. (2) Conduct prenatal and postpartum visits;
   3. (3) Accompany pregnant individuals to health care and social service appointments;
   4. (4) Connect individuals to medical, community-based, or government-funded resources, including those addressing social determinants of health; and
   5. (5) Provide support to individuals following either the loss of pregnancy or birth of a child for up to one year.

2. (b) A doula shall not:

   1. (1) Perform clinical tasks or replace trained licensed medical professionals; or
   2. (2) Engage in the practice of medicine as defined in § 3-1201.02(7).

History

Mar. 25, 1986, D.C. Law 6-99, § 913

July 19, 2024, D.C. Law 25-191, § 101(aaaa)