Hiring a Certified Postpartum Doula Through CARROT Fertility
BY ELISE SILVER AND HEATHER RUSSELL
Welcoming a new baby is an incredible, life-changing moment, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. That’s where CARROT Fertility benefits can be a real game-changer! If you have access to CARROT through your employer, Silver Lining Doula & Nanny Services can provide the postpartum support you need to make those early weeks feel a little smoother. Let’s walk you through how you can use your CARROT benefits to hire a certified postpartum doula.
What is CARROT Fertility?
CARROT Fertility is a benefit program offered by some employers to help families navigate fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. If your company offers CARROT, it may cover services like IVF, egg freezing, surrogacy, and—today’s focus—postpartum doula care. However, the lifetime benefit amount varies from employer to employer. Some companies offer just a few thousand dollars, while others provide more substantial coverage. To get the full details of what your specific plan offers, it’s best to check in with your CARROT representative, as they’ll have the most accurate information.
Postpartum Doula Services Covered by CARROT
CARROT knows that newborn and postpartum care is super important. That’s where we at Silver Lining Doula & Nanny Services come in! With CARROT, you can get up to 16 hours of support per day during those critical first six weeks. Whether you need overnight help, daytime assistance, or a little bit of both, our certified postpartum doulas are here to make those early days easier.
What You Should Know
Coverage: CARROT benefits cover postpartum care for the first six weeks after your baby is born. If your little one needs extra time in the hospital, there might be some flexibility.
Certification Requirements: CARROT requires your postpartum doula to be certified. Every doula on our team meets CARROT’s certification standards, so you’re all set!
Support Limits: Typically, you can have one daytime and/or one overnight doula, but there are limits on the number of hours per shift depending on your specific plan.
How to Use Your CARROT Benefits with Silver Lining
We’re all about making this process easy for you! Here’s a quick step-by-step to get started:
Free Consultation: Start by scheduling a free consultation with Silver Lining to talk through your needs.
Submit Your Attestation Form: Once you’re ready, send us the attestation form from your CARROT portal, and we’ll handle the submission process for you.
Preliminary Approval: CARROT will review everything and send over a preliminary approval to confirm that you’re good to go for reimbursement.
Documentation: We’ll gather all the necessary documents and invoices for you to submit to CARROT along with your proof of payment.
Final Approval: CARROT will issue their final approval, and the reimbursement will be on its way!
Proof of Payment Requirement
Heads up! CARROT now requires proof of payment from your bank account before they issue any reimbursements, so be sure to hold onto those records from Silver Lining.
Pros and Cons of Using CARROT for Postpartum Doula Care
Pros:
Support Made Easy: CARROT covers in-home postpartum doula care, giving you much-needed help during those early, sleepless days.
Flexible Reimbursement: While the process can be different for each family, we’re here to make it as smooth as possible!
Cons:
Extra Admin Steps: CARROT’s requirements can vary from family to family, so the reimbursement process might look a little different each time.
Proof of Payment: Providing proof of payment can feel like just another thing on your to-do list as a new parent, but we’ll help make it easier!
Should You Use Your CARROT Benefits for Postpartum Doula Support?
Yes, yes, yes! A postpartum doula offers so much support during the early days, from newborn care to emotional recovery and beyond. Whether you need help during the day, overnight, or a mix of both, Silver Lining Doula & Nanny Services is here for you. For more details on how an overnight postpartum doula can be especially helpful, check out our blog: How an Overnight Postpartum Doula Can Help You!
