The Postpartum Doula Workshop
Certification
This 27 hour workshop is DONA International-approved.
Fulfills the workshop requirement for Postpartum Doula Certification through DONA International
Class Format
Several formats offered allow you to chose the one that works best for you and your schedule.
View options on the Workshop Calendar page
Prereqs & Size
No prerequisites to attend.
Class size is limited to 24 participants.
If you wish to read prior to the workshop, I highly recommend Jacqueline Kelleher's book Nurturing the Family: a Doula's Guide to Supporting New Parents (2019)
Tuition Cost
$650 tuition fee
If registering 30 or more days prior to class, two payments may be made.
See dates & registration here
PLEASE NOTE:
It is expected those attending will either already have knowledge/experience with newborns (ie; holding, bathing, other basic needs) or that they will make plans to do so after the workshop.
Topics Covered in the Workshop Include
- The Role of Postpartum Doula Support
- The Doula and the Needs of Families
- Doula Practice Basics
- Planning for Postpartum
- Effective Communication
- The Impact of Birth on Postpartum
- Postpartum Physical Changes
- Postpartum Mental Health
- The Newborn and the Doula
- Sleep and the New Family
- Feeding the Newborn Basics
- Integrating a Baby into the Family
- Resources and Referrals
- Introduction to Loss and Grief
- Connecting with Clients
- DONA International Certification
Questions? Please send a message to annidoula@gmail.com
What's Included in the Tuition
Let's get you going!
The Postpartum Doula Workshop & Resources
The Workshop and a Learning Matierals Portal with downloadable resources to support your Postpartum Doula journey
Lactation Basics for Doulas Class
Registration for the live Virtual Lactation Basics for Doulas classs. This class fulfills the requirement for Certification through DONA International
Ongoing Support--My Gift to You
Membership in my Facebook mentoring group only for my graduates & monthy gatherings on relevant topics for support & connection
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