Hi All - could use some help with contract language

DoulaSusan · 09-25-2007, 04:13 PM

I'm trying to state in my postpartum contract that if a birth client needs me, then I will have to leave to attend her birth.
I'm trying to do this as eloquently as possible. Suggestions?

TIA

WildWest Doula · 09-25-2007, 05:34 PM

An alternative to putting it in your contract is to let them know when they schedule with you that your are currently on call for a client due on xx date and should she go into labor you'll have to leave to attend the birth.

I would put in my contract something to that same effect being sure to let them know you would make up the hours

DoulaMorgan · 09-28-2007, 03:43 PM

I agree. Assuring the mom that she'll get her full 10 hours, or whatever is probably the most important part...

sacredma · 09-28-2007, 10:22 PM

i always let my clients know if i am on call for a birth. if i miss the time, i just make it up, or my doula partner might be able to do the hours....its never been a problem, i think women who hire doulas understand the nature of the work.

specialdelivery · 09-29-2007, 04:57 PM

I have recently revisited my contract and am trying include a portion for this exact situation. I don't have the exact wording worked out either. I'm anxious to hear the ideas. I think it's important to include everything you tell a client about your services in your contracat. That way expectations are very clear from the beginning.