There are many ways to give birth. Your doula training will cover all the options and teach you the importance of flexibility in order to meet your clients’ individual needs. During your doula training with the International Doula Institute, you will learn that doulas support mothers no matter how they choose to give birth. There […]
When You Become a Doula, Stock Your Bag with These Essentials to Help New Moms Rock Postpartum
Doula bags aren’t just for birth doulas. If you want to work with postpartum moms when you become a doula, here are some essentials to keep on hand. Birth doulas are known for their doula bag. When you become a doula through the International Doula Institute, you’ll learn that it’s very much like Mary Poppins’ […]
Valuing Yourself as a Doula: Why You Should Think Twice About Offering Free Services After Your Doula Training
There is one simple reason why you should begin charging for your services immediately after your doula training: because you deserve it. At the International Doula Institute, we pride ourselves on offering the most comprehensive doula training available. When you complete your doula training with us, you’ll have the skills and know how to offer […]
Become a Doula and Help Women Have a Beautiful Transition into Motherhood
Women are caught off-guard when faced with the difficulties of becoming a mom. When you become a doula, you can support them as they find their new normal. If you want to become a doula, you may already know that the transition to motherhood can be unexpectedly shocking. New mom Gylisa Jayne recently shared her thoughts […]
Becoming a Doula Means Keeping Up with the Latest Research: ACOG Presents New Guidelines for Delayed Cord Clamping
After becoming a doula, you need stay up-to-date on the latest research. Take a moment to learn about ACOG’s new guidelines for delayed cord clamping. Your clients will trust you to be “in the know” on all the latest pregnancy and baby related recommendations. After becoming a doula, it is important to actively keep an eye out […]
After Your Doula Training, Sometimes You’ll Need to Talk to New Moms About Poop
You will learn great communication skills during your doula training. Sometimes, you’ll have to put them to work to address uncomfortable issues. Your doula training with the International Doula Institute will help teach you to be an effective communicator. This comes in handy for so many reasons. Moms want to be listened to, doulas need to provide […]