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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026
 

Selah & Bloom Doula (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit our website, contact us, or engage our doula services.
 

This policy applies to visitors to our website and clients located in the United States and internationally.
 

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways:
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A. Information You Voluntarily Provide
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When you contact us, fill out a form, or hire our services, you may provide:

  • Name, email address, phone number

  • Due date, birth preferences, and general pregnancy-related information

  • Information shared via contact forms, email, phone, text, or intake documents

  • Contract, scheduling, and payment information

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B. Information Collected Automatically
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Through our website and analytics tools, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on site

  • Cookies and basic usage data

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2. How We Use Your Information
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We use your information solely to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Schedule interviews and services

  • Provide doula support and resources

  • Send contracts, invoices, and important communication

  • Improve our website and user experience

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We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

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3. Confidentiality of Client Information
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As a doula, we treat all client communications and personal details with strict discretion and confidentiality.

Information shared about your pregnancy, birth, family, or health is used
only for the purpose of providing support services.

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We will never share your story, images, or identifying details publicly without your written permission.
 

4. Non-Medical Status
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Selah & Bloom Doula Company provides non-medical support only.
We are not medical providers and do not create or maintain medical records.

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Information shared with us is for supportive purposes only and is not subject to medical record regulations such as HIPAA. Medical questions or concerns must always be directed to your licensed healthcare provider.

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5. Communication Consent
 

By contacting us, you consent to communication via email, phone, or text for purposes related to your inquiry or services.

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You may opt out of non-essential communication at any time.
 

6. Cookies and Analytics
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Our website uses cookies and standard website analytics tools to understand
visitor behavior and improve user experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

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7. Data Storage and Security
 

Your information may be stored through:

  • Website secure hosting platform

  • Email systems

  • Password-protected digital devices and storage

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We take reasonable precautions to protect your data. However, no
internet transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.

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8. Testimonials, Photos, and Birth Stories
 

We value client stories and may request permission to share testimonials or images.

These will only be used with your explicit written consent. You may withdraw this consent at any time.

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9. Record Retention
 

Client records, contracts, and communications may be retained for legal, tax,
and business record-keeping purposes for a reasonable period of time, after
which they may be securely deleted.

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10. Your Rights
 

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for communication

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To make a request, contact us at our email.

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11. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
 

Our services and website are intended for adults. We do not
knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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12. Third-Party Services
 

We rely on trusted third-party providers, including:

  • Website hosting

  • Email providers

  • Payment processors

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These services operate under their own privacy policies.

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13. International Visitors (GDPR-Style Disclosure)
 

If you are visiting from outside the United States, you acknowledge that
information you provide will be processed and stored in the United States.

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14. Changes to This Policy
 

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised date.
 

15. Contact Information
 

Selah & Bloom Doula
Kitsap County, Washington
Email: selahbloomdoula@gmail.com

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16. Governing Law
 

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Washington, United States.

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