Hospital Restrictions

MINE-R-T Doula Company’s highest priority continues to be the physical and emotional safety of our clients and doulas. In response to the threats imposed by the coronavirus, many hospitals have implemented strict visitor restrictions that limit the number of support people permitted to attend births with their patients. MINE-R-T Doula Company is committed to supporting our clients and doulas as we all navigate these difficult times. 

• If you choose a hospital that allows only one support person, we are willing and able to be that primary support person. If you choose your partner or other support person, we will provide physical support while in labor at your home. We will then follow you to the hospital and continue to labor with you outside of the hospital in the parking area. Once you enter the facility, we will continue to be available through video, phone or text.
• If you would like to switch to a facility that allows for two support people, we would be happy to inform you of some options. Natural Beginnings Birth Center in Statesville, Caromont Hospital in Gastonia and Davis Regional in Mocksville permit two support people. We can also help you transition to a homebirth if that is what you desire.

We understand these options may not be ideal, feasible or desired. We will work with the option of your choosing and make it the best that we can. The hospital policies and restrictions are changing quickly. We continue to negotiate with hospitals to regain access. We encourage you, the consumer, to discuss the impact that hospital restrictions are having on you and your support team. Hospitals are more likely to listen to their consumers than the doula community. Thank you for your support and trust as we strive to provide you with empowering, safe and satisfying birth experiences.   
With Gratitude,
MINE-R-T Doula Company

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