Also called end-of-life doulas, they also help family members deal with the aftermath of their loved one's death Fore more information, visit the National End-of_life Doula Alliance website ...

As a death doula (also known as an end-of-life doula), I spend time with adults in hospice who are in their final weeks, days or hours. It is one of the most vulnerable, gut-wrenching times of ...

“Doulas also support people and communities who have experienced a sudden death. Doulas offer resources to help the dying person and their circle of care to make informed decisions in a ...

For years, I avoided talking about death, even drawing on my mom’s superstitious ways — she’s convinced that discussing end-of-life issues will summon the Grim Reaper. Being a death doula has changed ...

While many doulas are women, one man is working to change the narrative about who can support families during childbirth. Sylvester Pierce, 44, operates a doula business called Younity Birthwork ...

"I wanted to make a difference by providing the knowledge, support and insight I wish I’d had before my father died." ...

From end-of-life care to burials and beyond, we answer your questions on mortality. We are all going to die. Yet this ...

Discover the importance of doula support for Black birthing people in Baltimore and learn about the Birth Companions program at Johns Hopkins.