Find an ADA-Certified Doula
ADA certifies doulas to the highest standards of culturally integrated postpartum care. We can help connect you with a certified professional who speaks your language.
Work With a Trusted Partner
ADA works with select organizations whose doula teams are fully ADA-certified. Our primary partner serves families across the country with culturally integrated postpartum care.
Featured Partner
Cooings
Cooings specializes in culturally integrated postpartum doula care. Their entire roster consists of ADA-certified doulas serving families in Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, and English.
- Insurance support — Kaiser, Medi-Cal, Cigna, FSA/HSA
- LA, Bay Area, Seattle, NYC, Chicago
- Personalized matching based on your needs
Ask Us for a Recommendation
Not sure where to start? We maintain relationships with certified doulas and partner agencies across the country. Tell us your location, language preference, and care needs — we’ll personally recommend someone.
Tell us your needs
Due date, location, language, cultural preferences.
We recommend
We match you with certified doulas or partner agencies in your area.
You choose
Meet your recommended doula and decide if it's the right fit.
Already Have a Doula?
If you’ve already found a doula through another channel, you can verify their ADA certification status using our public verification tool. Search by name, ID code, or certificate number.
Why ADA Certification Matters
Rigorous Training
7-module curriculum covering postpartum care, newborn care, lactation support, emergency response, and cultural competency.
Comprehensive Examination
Certified doulas pass a multi-domain exam testing knowledge, practical skills, and ethical reasoning.
Cultural Competency
Specialized training in Asian postpartum traditions — 坐月子, 산후조리, 里帰り — alongside evidence-based practices.
Ongoing Standards
Annual renewal ensures doulas maintain current knowledge and adhere to our Code of Conduct.
Languages
Service Areas
Our network is growing. Contact us if your area is not listed.
Let's Connect and Support Families Together!
Whether you're interested in becoming a certified doula, looking for postpartum support, or want to learn more about our programs, we'd love to hear from you.