Good news, military families! Under the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration, you’re eligible for 6 hours of prenatal doula support AND/OR birth support — and it’s completely covered by TRICARE!
Here’s what’s included:
5 hours worth of Prenatal services that you can pick and choose from:
Childbirth Education Class
Birth preferences checklist to help you advocate for your goals
Comfort measures class to practice techniques for a smoother birth
Advocating 101 Class to learn how to collaborate with your provider
Prenatal Yoga
Birth Bag Packing List
1 hour postpartum follow-up support after baby arrives
Access to my Favorite Learning Resources Doc, filled with trusted, evidence-based information (because let’s be honest — Google and pregnancy can be overwhelming!)
Families who want in-labor support will also receive:
On-call support starting at 38 weeks
In-person labor and delivery support
Postpartum support for up to 1 hour after birth
For more information, visit https:/www.tricare.mil/CBSD
Ready to learn more about what to expect for breastfeeding? In this class, we will cover strategies for latch, pumping, and overall, what to expect.
TRICARE covers lactation sessions starting at 27 weeks!
This class is open to anyone who currently has TRIWEST. Class can be offered virtually.
For more information about the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration, visit TRICARE CBSD.
Through the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration, you are eligible for 6 fully covered lactation counseling sessions — at no cost to you.
Here’s what your sessions can cover:
Prenatal Lactation Class (TRICARE covers sessions starting at 27 weeks!)
Questions about milk supply
Sore nipples and breast pain management
Support for low or high milk supply
Help with plugged ducts and mastitis
Guidance for transitioning back to work
How and when to feed or pump
And more personalized breastfeeding support
For more information about the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration, visit TRICARE CBSD.