NAICS code: 812990
The pain of filling out your Schedule C doesn’t compare to the pain of childbirth, but it is still a special kind of agony. Having to deal with it alone is not a good idea.
The energy you need to spend on your taxes after working as a doula is probably more than you can spare. Line is here to assist you! With this tax guide, you’ll be able to claim your business deductions with less guesswork.
Doulas never get their due credit. Furthermore, it’s not an easy task to look after childbirth. It gets exhausting. To add another hectic task such as tax filing means adding more than they can handle to their workload. That’s why we are here to provide you with all the tax write-offs you can prepare beforehand and use to save money on your tax returns. This will ease the burden a little and you will be able to manage your stress while lowering your tax payment.
We have put together a list of the most common write-offs for doulas that you can use to deduct your expenses.
🎓 Continuing education classes
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Continuing education classes required to keep your job are fully deductible.
📚 Books & courses
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Reading books and taking courses keeps you up-to-date on the latest trends and techniques.
💬 Advertising
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 8
Both work-related online and offline advertising costs are tax deductible.
🩺 Medical supplies
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 22
Many medical supplies can be written off, including stethoscopes, personal protective equipment, and more.
👕 Uniforms
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Any uniforms you’re required to wear on the job are considered tax-deductible.
📝 Office supplies
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 18
Deduct anything you buy for your office, like pens, binders, folders, printer ink, or a whiteboard.
🌐 Website & hosting fees
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 8
Website service fees on Wix, GoDaddy, and Squarespace are all completely tax deductible.
📆 Scheduling software
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 18
Software for scheduling or hosting meetings, like Zoom or Calendly, is tax-deductible.
💳 Birth doula certification
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Membership or certification for Birthworks, CAPPA or DONA International expenses can be deducted.
🎶 Music streaming services
Write it off using: Schedule C, Box 27a
Spotify, Pandora, or other music streaming services you use while with clients are write-offs.