Planning Doula Support at
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Know what to ask.

Inova Fairfax Hospital publishes childbirth planning information and a system-wide doula guideline. Inova says it welcomes certified doulas and asks them to show their certification credentials at the hospital. A doula without credentials is assigned visitor status and must follow visitor policies. Confirm the current guideline directly with Inova before making arrangements.

Tenise’s training and certification status are not listed on this page. Before booking support for an Inova birth, ask Tenise what credentials she holds and ask Inova whether they satisfy its current policy. Also confirm any paperwork, visitor limits, and rules for labor, surgery, and postpartum. The facility policy does not mean Inova endorses or employs a private doula.

Questions for your provider
and the hospital.

Ask your obstetrician or midwife whether the practice delivers at Inova Fairfax. Ask how your chosen support people and doula can participate, how information should be communicated during clinical conversations, and what you would like Tenise to do when you want help asking a question. Your clinical team remains responsible for medical guidance.

Questions for a doula consultation.

• Do you serve this city and attend the birth setting I am considering?
• What support do you provide before labor, during labor, and after birth?
• What are your credentials, backup arrangements, fees, and availability?
• How will you work alongside my partner or support people and my clinical team?
• What happens if my plans change or the hospital’s rules affect your role?

For a conversation guide, use the doula consultation question builder. For the wider metro list, see the DMV hospital and birth-center guide.

Information checked October 13, 2026. Hospital rules can change. This page is educational and is not a ranking, endorsement, or medical recommendation.