The Postpartum Doula Workshop

Are you passionate

about new families?

Do you yearn for work

that truly feeds your soul?

If so, being a postpartum doula

may be your calling

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

This 27 hour workshop is DONA International-approved and meets the workshop requirement for postpartum doula certification. For full certification requirements, click HERE

I offer several formats so that you can chose the one that works best for you and your schedule. See format options below

There are no prerequisites to attend

If you wish to do some reading prior to the workshop, I recommend Jacqueline Kelleher's book

Nurturing the Family: a Doula's Guide to Supporting New Parents (2019)

Most workshops are virtual. See calendar for specifics.

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

Workshop Format Options

3 DAY INTENSIVE

LENGTH: Three consecutive days, usually Friday-Sunday
HOURS: Typically 8AM Central Time - 6PM Central Time
LOCATION: Most are Virtual, via Zoom. A few are in person. See Calendar for specifics
COST:
- $545 if registered by December 31, 2023
- $625 if registered after December 31, 2023

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6 WEEK SERIES

LENGTH: 6 consecutive Wednesdays
HOURS: 8 AM Central Time-1:00 PM Central Time
LOCATION: Virtual, via Zoom
COST:
- $545 if registered by December 31, 2023
- $625 if registered after December 31, 2023

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3 WEEK SERIES

LENGTH: 3 consecutive Wedesdays
HOURS: 8 AM Central Time - 6 PM Central Time
LOCATION: Virtual, via Zoom
COST:
- $545 if registered by December 31, 2023
- $625 if registered after December 31, 2023

SEE WORKSHOP DATES

What's Included in the Tuition

Let's get you going!

The Postpartum Doula Workshop & Resources

The workshop, a Learning Portal with resources you can download to support your Postpartum Doula journey

Lactation Basics for Doulas Class

Registration for my live Virtual Lactation Basics for Doulas classs. This class meets the requirement for Certification through DONA International

Ongoing Support--My Gift to You

Membership in a Facebook mentoring group only for my graduates and monthy office hours for connection and support