Pregnant?

Will your Spouse/Partner be deployed when you give birth?

CAPPA/Operation Special Delivery is here for you. Serving all branches of the Military, Reservists and the National Guard.


Founded following the events of September 11, 2001; CAPPA/OSD provides Volunteer Labor Doulas to ALL 50 states and all U.S. military installations and personnel worldwide.

CAPPA Operation Special Delivery Labor Doula Program provides volunteer doulas during wartime to women who are giving birth while their partners are on military deployment. CAPPA/OSD is a non-profit international organization serving military installations worldwide; fully supporting all branches of the United States Armed Forces, Reservists, and National Guard.

CAPPA/OSD trained and certified doulas (another name for childbirth assistant) provide caring support, timely information, and quality education, for women and new families.

How to apply:
You may apply if your spouse or partner will be deployed at the time of your due date.
Call or e-mail CAPPA/OSD Program Director Valerie Staples, CD, CLD, CCCE at (334) 741-9747 and doulaval@bellsouth.net.
Visit http://www.operationspecialdelivery.com/ for more information.