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Dr. David M. Pollack Doula Fund
This program ensures birthing individuals receive no-cost doula services to Medicaid families.
About David M. Pollack, MD
A Lifelong Advocate
Dr. Pollack, retiring senior pediatrician at CHOP Care Network Delaware County, founded his solo pediatric practice at Delaware County Memorial Hospital in 1983. A lifelong advocate for equitable healthcare, he has dedicated his career to enhancing the well-being of families and has made an indelible impact through his work in pediatric care, teaching, and community health initiatives.
You can make a difference in the lives of birthing families by contributing to this meaningful fund. Whether you give $25 or sponsor an entire family, your generosity transforms lives.
Dr. David M. Pollack Doula Fund
The Pettaway Pursuit Foundation (PPF) is proud to introduce the Dr. David M. Pollack Doula Fund, dedicated to providing no-cost doula services to Medicaid families. This program ensures birthing individuals receive compassionate, expert support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, improving maternal and infant health outcomes.
Support at Any Level
Every dollar counts! Contributions start as low as $25. Your gift supports doula services, allowing us to expand our reach and impact even more families.
For inquiries about the Dr. David M. Pollack Doula Fund or sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to us directly.
Featured Services
Pampering Parents Giveaway
The Pampering Parents Program (PPP) comes from what we often hear from parents when asked what they want - rest and pamper. In these challenging pandemic times, we cannot give them either sufficiently. However, we came up with a plan to “pamper” them by operating a socially distanced giveaway drive every 4-6 weeks. Giveaways offered are, but are not limited to based on supplies:
- Free Baby Essentials
- Free Mother Essentials
- Free Dad Essentials
- Free Diapers and Wipes
- Free Formula
- Free Baby Cribs
- Free Pack and Plays
- Free Car Seats
- Free Books
Doula by My Side
Pettaway Pursuit Foundation's Doula By My Side (DBMS) Program is considered to be PPF’s cornerstone program which provides doula services in the Greater Philadelphia area. We provide specialized services to birthing families who are socially and physically vulnerable and sensitive during the perinatal period. Our doulas are trained in the social determinants of health to educate their clients with the importance of advocating for their own reproductive and birth justices. The program services offered are, but are not limited to:
- Childbirth Education
- Newborn Care Education
- Evidence-based breastfeeding and pumping
- Labor & Delivery
- Perinatal Mood Disorders
- Non-medical support
- Non-judgmental emotional support and counseling
- Companionship during required bed-rest stay
- Help to access community resources
Free Classes and Workshops!
Free Classes and Workshops!
PPF's Pal for Parents Program offers FREE monthly classes for families! Classes offered are, but are not limited to:
- Mommy and Daddy Support Group
- Pregnancy-Related Classes
- Childbirth Education
- Yoga Classes
- Newborn Care Class
- Zumba Classes