Expecting mothers across the United States now have access to a new digital resource designed to simplify birth preparation and improve access to childbirth education. True Joy Birthing has launched a new birth planning app alongside expanded online maternity education resources that combine personalized birth planning tools with practical information about doula services, Medicaid coverage, and local maternity support resources.
The app was developed to help pregnant women make informed decisions throughout pregnancy by providing educational tools in a convenient mobile format. Users can create customized birth plans, organize preferences for labor and delivery, and review common childbirth options while preparing for conversations with healthcare providers.
A key feature of the app is its free birth plan template, which guides users through important birth planning decisions and helps them document preferences related to labor, delivery, pain management, newborn care, and postpartum support. The tool is designed to be easy to use for first-time parents as well as families preparing for additional births.
In addition to the app, True Joy Birthing’s website provides educational resources addressing one of the most common questions expectant families ask: how much does a doula cost. The website includes location-specific cost information intended to help users understand typical doula pricing and budget considerations before hiring birth support professionals.
The company’s website also includes a growing database of Medicaid doula coverage information, allowing families to explore state-specific coverage policies and available benefits in more than 100 U.S. cities. True Joy Birthing says the resource is intended to improve awareness of public maternity support programs that many families may not realize are available in their area.
“Many expecting mothers want to feel more informed and prepared, but they often have to search multiple websites to find reliable information about birth planning, doulas, and coverage options,” said Shelbi Kohler of True Joy Birthing. “Our goal is to bring those resources together in one place and make them accessible at no cost.”
The app is designed for direct consumer use and focuses on education rather than medical advice. Users can explore birth preparation topics at their own pace while using the app to organize questions and preferences before prenatal appointments.
As interest in digital maternity tools continues to grow, True Joy Birthing aims to provide practical resources that support informed decision-making during pregnancy. The company plans to continue expanding its educational content and local resource database to help families navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum planning with greater confidence.
The True Joy Birthing birth plan app is currently available on iOS, with Android availability coming soon. Expecting mothers can access the app through the Apple App Store and explore additional birth education resources through the company’s website.