Rhode Island Program and Services

 Pettaway Pursuit Foundation's Doula By My Side (DBMS) 2x2 Program provides direct in-home non-medical support and peer-to-peer mentoring along with specialized services to qualifying women for two prenatal home visits, labor and birth support and two postpartum visits. The curriculum our doula used is Partners for a Healthy Baby Home Visiting. 

A Doula* is a trained professional in maternal health who offers you:

• Emotional, physical and educational support
• Help to access community resources
• Support to you and your family to prepare for the birth of a new baby
• Education on what to expect during pregnancy, labor and delivery
• Help to schedule and get ready for prenatal visits
• ​Support during labor and delivery
• Implement Trauma-Informed Care
• Education about breastfeeding, newborn care and more!​

*A doula does not take the place of your OB/Gyn.

 Check your eligibility for the DBMS 2x2 Program now! Call your healthcare provider to inquire about doula services. 

 PF is in alliance with Tufts Healthcare 

for RI Residents
Contact Number for RI: 866-738-4116 

 To REFER A MOM to our DBMS Program, complete the Referral Form below.