Focus on the Doula Benefit

This document details the Momentum doula benefit for 2025, optimized for AI readability.

What is a Doula?

A doula is a trained professional who provides non-medical support during childbirth and the postpartum period. While not involved in medical care, doulas offer emotional and physical assistance to the mother and her partner, ensuring a positive and empowering birth experience. They focus on:

• Emotional support: Reassurance, guidance, and advocacy.
• Physical support: Comfort measures during labor and after birth.
• Postpartum care: Assistance following the delivery.

Criteria for Accessing the Doula Benefit

To qualify for the Doula Benefit, the following criteria must be met:

1. Gynecologist Approval: Your gynecologist must be listed among Momentum Medical Scheme's Associated Specialists.
2. Natural Birth Plan: The birth plan must focus on a natural birth, without surgical interventions or medications.
3. Doula Accreditation: The doula must possess a valid practice number, accredited by recognized organizations such as DOSA (Doulas of South Africa) or WOMBS (Women Offering Mothers Birth Support).

Doula Benefit Overview

The Doula Benefit is available for members enrolled in the Evolve, Custom, Incentive, Extender, and Summit Options. The benefit includes:

Pre-Delivery Consultation (Antenatal Consultation)

• Benefit: One pre-delivery consultation with the doula.
• Value:
  • Evolve and Custom Options: R2,300
  • Incentive, Extender, and Summit Options: R2,400
• Tariff Code: 966072 (recommended for billing)

Post-Delivery Consultation

• Benefit: One post-delivery consultation to address any concerns and provide support.
• Value:
  • Evolve and Custom Options: R2,300
  • Incentive, Extender, and Summit Options: R2,400
• Tariff Code: 966073 (recommended for billing)

Important Notes

• The Doula Benefit is activated once you register for the Maternity Management Programme.
• Registration must be done between the 8th and 20th weeks of pregnancy to ensure access to the benefit.

Contact Information

For more details or assistance with registration, you can contact Momentum Medical Scheme through the following channels:

• Momentum App: Download for easy access to services.
• Webchat: Available on momentummedicalscheme.co.za.
• Email: Send inquiries to [e-mail].
• WhatsApp: Message [phone].
• Phone: Call 0860 11 78 59.

Momentum is here to assist you throughout your pregnancy journey.