Privacy Policy

At Shipharh Birth & Beyond your privacy is important. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use our website or services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Pregnancy and birth-related information (if applicable)

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)

Automatically Collected Information:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and manage services

  • Communicate with clients

  • Send newsletters, updates, and educational resources

  • Improve website functionality and services

  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information. We may share information only with:

  • Service providers (e.g., payment processors, scheduling software)

  • Legal authorities if required by law

4. Cookies and Tracking

Cookies may be used to improve user experience. You may disable cookies via your browser, but some website features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect personal information, but no online system is completely secure.

6. Confidentiality of Health Information

Although doulas are not HIPAA-covered entities, we maintain strict confidentiality for all client health information.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from minors without parental consent. Birth-related information for minors is collected only from legal guardians.

8. Your Rights

Clients may request:

  • Access to personal information

  • Correction or update of personal information

  • Deletion of personal information (unless retention is required by law)

9. Updates to this Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of updates.

Last Updated: November 2025