District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 3-1209. Doula.

(1) Provide support to pregnant individuals and their families, including surrogates and adoptive parents;

(2) Conduct prenatal and postpartum visits;

(3) Accompany pregnant individuals to health care and social service appointments;

(4) Connect individuals to medical, community-based, or government-funded resources, including those addressing social determinants of health;  and

(5) Provide support to individuals following either the loss of pregnancy or birth of a child for up to one year.

(1) Perform clinical tasks or replace trained licensed medical professionals;  or

(2) Engage in the practice of medicine as defined in § 3-1201.02(7).