Effective Date: August 5, 2026

Welcome to the website of Rooted in Birth, LLC ("Rooted in Birth," "Company," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, including any information, resources, products, and services made available through the website.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the website.

1. Company Information

Rooted in Birth, LLC provides professional doula and maternal wellness services, including but not limited to:

  • Birth doula support

  • Postpartum doula support

  • Lactation education and support within the scope of applicable certifications

  • Childbirth education

  • Prenatal education

  • Newborn care education

  • Birth planning

  • Virtual consultations

  • Educational resources

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use this website or purchase services.

By using this website, you represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

3. Educational Purposes Only

The information provided on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as:

  • Medical advice

  • Nursing advice

  • Midwifery services

  • Diagnosis

  • Treatment

  • Emergency medical guidance

  • A substitute for care from a licensed healthcare professional

Always consult your physician, midwife, or other qualified healthcare provider regarding medical concerns.

4. No Provider–Patient Relationship

Your use of this website does not establish a provider–patient relationship or any client relationship with Rooted in Birth, LLC.

A professional relationship begins only after:

  • A consultation (if required),

  • Execution of a written service agreement, and

  • Payment of any required fees or retainers.

5. Services

Descriptions of services are provided for general informational purposes.

Service availability may vary based on:

  • Scheduling

  • Geographic service area

  • Capacity

  • Medical circumstances

  • Availability of backup doulas

  • Other operational considerations

We reserve the right to decline or discontinue services when appropriate and consistent with applicable law.

6. Booking and Payments

Booking procedures, deposits, payment schedules, cancellation policies, and refund terms will be outlined in your separate client service agreement.

Any payments made through the website are subject to those agreements.

7. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information.

  • Use the website only for lawful purposes.

  • Refrain from attempting unauthorized access to the website or its systems.

  • Not upload malicious code or harmful content.

  • Respect the intellectual property rights of Rooted in Birth and others.

  • Avoid interfering with the operation or security of the website.

8. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this website is owned by or licensed to Rooted in Birth, LLC, including:

  • Logos

  • Branding

  • Text

  • Graphics

  • Images

  • Videos

  • Downloads

  • Forms

  • Client guides

  • Educational materials

  • Blog posts

  • Website design

This content is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works from any content without prior written permission.

9. User-Submitted Content

If you submit reviews, testimonials, comments, photographs, or other content through the website, you grant Rooted in Birth, LLC a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, and publish that content for business purposes, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

You represent that you own or have permission to submit any content you provide.

10. Testimonials

Testimonials appearing on this website reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee similar outcomes for future clients.

Birth, postpartum recovery, infant feeding, and related experiences vary from person to person.

11. Website Availability

We strive to keep the website available and accurate but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access.

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the website at any time without prior notice.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or services of third-party websites.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Rooted in Birth, LLC disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Rooted in Birth, LLC and its owners, employees, contractors, and representatives shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the website.

Our total liability for claims relating solely to website use shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, to access the website.

Nothing in these Terms limits liability where such limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

15. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Rooted in Birth, LLC, its owners, employees, contractors, and representatives from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your use of the website;

Your violation of these Terms; or

Your infringement of another person's rights.

16. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information.

17. Accessibility

Rooted in Birth, LLC is committed to making its website accessible to all users. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of the website, please contact us so we can work to provide the information or service in an accessible manner.

18. Electronic Communications

By contacting us through the website or providing your email address, you consent to receive communications electronically regarding your inquiries, appointments, services, or transactions, subject to applicable law and your communication preferences.

19. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which Rooted in Birth, LLC is organized, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any legal action relating to these Terms shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction located in that state, unless applicable law requires otherwise.

20. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

21. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any applicable client agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Rooted in Birth, LLC regarding your use of the website.

22. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes become effective when posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

23. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

Rooted in Birth, LLC

Email: rootedinbirthdmv@gmail.com

Website: www.rootedinbirthdmv.com

Mailing Address: 712 H Street NE, Unit 936, Washington, DC 20002