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Welcome to your Western Health Advantage (WHA) doula benefit! We’re proud to partner with Raya Health to offer doula support as part of our commitment to women’s wellness and clinical excellence. If you’re expecting a baby, adjusting to life with a newborn, or coping with a miscarriage or abortion, this benefit is here for you.
Our doula program connects you with trained professionals who provide compassionate physical, emotional, and informational support before, during, and after childbirth – including during miscarriage or abortion.
Studies show that having a doula can lead to healthier outcomes – for example, mothers with doula care have been found to be less likely to need a C-section and less likely to experience postpartum depression. In other words, you’ll have an experienced partner by your side, helping you feel confident, cared for, and empowered at every step.
This benefit gives eligible WHA members access to no-cost doula services through our Western Health Advantage. A doula is not a doctor or midwife, but rather a dedicated support person and advocate on your birth journey. Your doula will complement your medical care by focusing on your comfort, understanding, and personal needs. They can answer questions, help you make birth plans, ease your anxieties, and stand up for your preferences when you can’t. It’s like having a knowledgeable friend or coach who’s 100% there for you and your family’s well-being. Through our partnership with Raya Health, we match you with certified doulas who share our commitment to evidence-based, culturally sensitive care. The best part? This support is covered by your health plan at no extra cost. Our goal is to help you feel supported and connected – you’re not alone on this journey, you have a community behind you.
Next steps: To learn more about how to find and work with a doula through Raya Health, fill out the doula matching form Find a Doula. We encourage you to reach out and get started whenever you need support. It’s simple to begin and could make a world of difference in your journey.
Learn more about getting started with a doula through Raya Health – You are always welcome to give Member Services a call if you’d like to talk anything through. We’re here to help every step of the way. We look forward to partnering with you for a healthier, happier birth experience!
Please note: for members already participating in the doula benefit before the introduction of Raya, including CalPERS members, please continue to keep copies of all receipts and documentation received from your doula provider. The doula benefit outside of the Raya network is a reimbursable benefit. You must pay your doula provider directly for covered services and submit a reimbursement form to Western Health Advantage to receive your reimbursement. Please log in at Mywha.org and select “Request Reimbursement.” Complete the form, attach your receipts and documentation, and submit your reimbursement request.