Virtual doula support

Expecting parents in remote or small communities, those on tighter budgets, and families who also have an in-person doula or midwife and want extra guidance.

Fixed-price packages of video sessions and message support, or a single-session fee for birth planning.

• Clear, warm communication on video
• Knowledge of birth, newborn care and local health systems
• Comfortable with simple online tools and scheduling
• Respectful of different cultures and choices

• Remote support cannot replace in-person care in labour, so be clear about what you offer and when to call a midwife or hospital
• Check privacy rules for handling client information, including provincial health privacy expectations and Quebec's rules if you serve clients there
• Check professional liability insurance options for online services
• Quebec clients may expect services in French, so check language requirements
• Check whether you need a home-based business licence from your municipality and when to register for GST/HST

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $500 to $1,800, depending on your training, the online tools and scheduling software you choose, insurance and basic marketing. Treat this as an estimate and start with simple tools you already know.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $1,500, depending on how many families you support, your package prices and how many sessions you offer each week. It can suit rural families or those wanting lower-cost support.

Check privacy rules for client information, including provincial health privacy expectations and Quebec's rules if you serve clients there. Also check professional liability insurance, French-language expectations in Quebec, any home-based business licence, and when to register for GST/HST.