UnitedHealthcare to cover doula care for pregnant women
NBC News·2026-03-13 21:19

Doulas are an increasingly popular tool used by expectant mothers for support throughout pregnancy. Studies show the presence of a doula can help decrease maternal deaths and long-term health effects long after labor. Now, for the first time, one of the country's largest health insurers is helping to cover that cost.I got a look at what's behind the change. >> I feel something over here. >> When 33-year-old Natalyia Marin Torres first got pregnant, >> we were excited but kind of nervous for the whole situat ...