Accepting Healthy Blue Medicaid: Why You Should Use It for Your Birth Support
Bringing a new life into the world is a powerful, transformative experience—and every birthing person deserves the support they need to feel empowered, safe, and informed. At Nurture + Know, we believe that quality doula care should be accessible to every family, regardless of income or insurance coverage. That’s why we proudly accept Healthy Blue Medicaid for doula services in Missouri. If you're pregnant and enrolled in Healthy Blue, this benefit can make a big difference in your birth journey.
What Is Healthy Blue Medicaid?
Healthy Blue is a Medicaid health plan available to qualifying individuals and families in Missouri. It provides coverage for a wide range of medical services, including prenatal care, hospital birth, and now—thanks to increasing awareness of the importance of birth support—professional doula care. If you’re eligible for Medicaid during your pregnancy, you can choose a doula who is enrolled in the Medicaid system and have their services covered. This includes labor support, postpartum visits, emotional guidance, and education throughout your journey.
Why Choose Doula Care Through Healthy Blue?
Many families don’t realize that having a doula can lead to better birth outcomes, including lower cesarean rates, shorter labors, fewer interventions, and more satisfying experiences. When you use your Healthy Blue Medicaid benefits, you're not just accessing a free service—you’re gaining a knowledgeable, experienced birth professional to walk with you every step of the way. At Nurture + Know, we ensure that our Medicaid clients receive the same compassionate, personalized care as any private client. Our doulas are trained, certified, and trauma-informed to support you physically and emotionally.
What’s Included When You Use Medicaid for Doula Support?
When you book a doula with Nurture + Know using your Healthy Blue plan, your coverage may include:
3+ prenatal visits to prepare you for birth
Continuous labor and birth support
1–2 postpartum visits to help with recovery and newborn care
Access to evidence-based resources and childbirth education
Support with birth plans, advocacy, and navigating hospital settings
We’ll help you understand what’s included in your plan and walk you through the steps to get started—because navigating insurance during pregnancy shouldn’t be stressful.
How to Use Healthy Blue to Book a Doula with Nurture + Know
Getting started is simple. First, make sure you're currently enrolled in Healthy Blue Missouri Medicaid and are pregnant. Then, reach out to us through our website or give us a call. We’ll verify your eligibility, match you with one of our incredible doulas, and take care of the necessary paperwork to ensure coverage. You’ll be supported by someone who understands your birth preferences, answers your questions without judgment, and offers continuous care when it matters most.
At Nurture + Know, we believe that support should never be a luxury. If you're expecting and have Healthy Blue coverage, you have access to expert, compassionate doulas ready to help you feel strong, informed, and connected throughout your pregnancy and beyond.
