Annapolis – The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate of 11 developed countries, and the novel coronavirus pandemic’s impact on hospital restrictions has created an increased risk for expecting individuals. House Bill 1202 is an emergency legislation that would allow doulas back into the delivery room with zero harm presented to hospital personnel and/or birthing individuals during health emergencies.
Del. Jheanelle K. Wilkins (MD) proposes an emergency bill to get doulas back in the delivery room