Whether you are already in birth work as a doula, nurse, etc., or you’re new to this field, becoming a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor at IDI can truly help you help more families. Why the International Doula Institute (IDI)?
IDI was found by busy, experienced, doulas and parents who know it’s important to make training accessible, evidence-based, and truly relevant to your role.
Here’s why now is the perfect time to grow your skillset with IDI’s CBC certification:
Breastfeeding Support is in High Demand
Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Many new parents struggle in the early days. Common challenges from latching trouble and nipple pain to low supply and conflicting advice.
A Certified Breastfeeding Counselor is trained to:
- Help families navigate common breastfeeding issues
- Offer emotional support
- Share evidence-based information
- Know when to refer out for clinical or medical concerns
With breastfeeding being such a personal and vulnerable experience, families need compassionate, informed support. As a CBC, you can be that steady, trusted presence from prenatal education all the way through weaning.
Flexible, Online Certification Through IDI
The International Doula Institute offers a 100% online go at your own pace program. IDI is designed for working professionals, parents, and caregivers. That means you can become certified on your own schedule, at your own pace.
- Our Certified Breastfeeding Counselor training includes:
- Comprehensive breastfeeding education from prenatal prep through weaning
- Cultural competency and trauma-informed care
- Current research and guidelines from AAP, WHO, and other global authorities
- Practical tools for supporting both direct breastfeeding and pumping
When you complete your certification, you will have a solid understanding of:
- Lactation
- infant feeding dynamics
- how to support diverse families
- how to support varying feeding goals
Should a Doula Become a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor?
If you’re already a doula, this certification is a natural next step in your doula journey. Many families will turn to you for infant feeding advice after birth. With IDI’s CBC training, you’ll feel confident answering those questions and guiding parents through the early postpartum weeks.
By adding lactation knowledge to your doula support, you’ll be able to:
- Offer more comprehensive care packages
- Increase your value and visibility in your community
- Build stronger trust with the families you serve
It’s not about replacing lactation consultants—it’s about being part of a continuum of care that centers parents’ needs and timing. CBCs provide support for typical breastfeeding initiation and common challenges. However, they’re trained to know when to refer families for a higher level of care with an IBCLC lactation consultant.
Ready to get started? Register today.