Postpartum Doula Training
Become a Certified Postpartum Doula
In-person, Virtual, and Self-Directed Postpartum Doula Training Courses to Support Your Journey
Postpartum Doula Training
Doula School International offers a comprehensive 50+ hour postpartum doula training program that transcends traditional courses — it’s a transformative experience that distinguishes you in the competitive landscape of doula education.
Enhance your skills, empower families, and embark on a rewarding journey in birthwork with us!
What Sets Us Apart:
- Established Excellence: With over two decades of experience, Doula Canada isn’t just a training program; it’s a legacy. We are industry leaders, shaping and refining our curriculum to perfection. Our longstanding reputation and recognition ensure that you receive training from seasoned experts committed to your success.
- Holistic Approach: Our training goes beyond the basics. We empower you with a holistic understanding of the postpartum doula role. From providing emotional support for parents and practical assistance with newborn care to skillfully navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, our curriculum equips you with a diverse skill set that will help you be successful.
- Community-Centric Philosophy: Rooted in traditional community support, our philosophy recognizes the void that modern parents often face. As a postpartum doula, you become an integral part of rebuilding that support system, offering not just care but a lifeline during the challenging transition into parenthood.
What Postpartum Doulas Do:
- Emotional Support: Extend a compassionate presence, holding space for parents’ emotions and concerns during the transformative postpartum period.
- Practical Assistance: Provide hands-on support with newborn care, instilling confidence and capability in parents as they navigate the early challenges of parenthood.
- Education and Guidance: Doula’s equip parents with invaluable knowledge, empowering them through coaching and informational support.
- Advocacy: Stand as a steadfast advocate for parents, ensuring their needs are met and facilitating connections to community resources for ongoing support through trusted referrals.
- Holistic Wellness: Addressing not just the physical needs but also the emotional and mental well-being of families, fostering a comprehensive approach to postpartum care.
Postpartum Doula Training is Ideal for:
- Individuals aspiring to embark on a new career journey in birthwork
- Expectant parents seeking to deepen their understanding of pregnancy and childbirth
- Educators passionate about maternal and infant health
- Birth doulas looking to enhance their skills and knowledge
- Counselors dedicated to supporting families during the perinatal period
- Healthcare professionals seeking comprehensive training in maternal care
- Yoga teachers interested in integrating prenatal and postnatal support into their practice
- Individuals committed to reproductive health and holistic wellness.
Duration and Effort:
Approximately 50+ hours
Flexible time frame: 1 to 24 months, depending on your preferred pace and enrollment option
Certifications:
Certified Postpartum Doula
Qualifies for membership in all provincial associations
Mentorship:
Access to mentors for personalized one-on-one support
Numerous free and low-cost webinars for ongoing education
Enrollment Options:
Fully self-paced: Start anytime!
Live-virtual trainings
In-person course over 2 days
Flexible Postpartum Doula Training Options:
Customize your learning journey with a range of enrollment options, such as Fully Self-Paced, Live-Virtual Course, or In-Person Course, designed to accommodate diverse learning preferences and schedules.
In Person
Engage with the Community-
Ongoing one-on-one support from mentors
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Interactive in-person lectures and workshops led by experienced birth and labour doula trainers.
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Immediate access to pre-course and post-course doula seminar modules.
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Practical hands-on workshops covering postpartum support and newborn care
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Engaging readings and assignments to deepen your understanding.
LIVE VIRTUAL
Learn From Anywhere-
Ongoing one-on-one support from mentors
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Live virtual workshops conducted via Zoom by expert postpartum doula trainers.
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Instant access to pre-course and post-course doula seminar modules.
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Hands-on virtual workshops focusing on postpartum support methods.
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Comprehensive course materials and handouts provided.
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Readings and assignments designed to enrich your learning experience.
SELF DIRECTED
Study at Your Own Pace-
Ongoing one-on-one support from mentors
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Immediate access to Postpartum doula seminar videos.
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Practical tutorials exploring postpartum support.
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Interactive course assignments and supplementary resources.
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Engaging reading materials and assignments tailored to deepen your knowledge.
Why Choose Our Program?
Join a Global Movement: Become a vital part of the worldwide effort to enhance the postpartum experience for families everywhere.
Create Meaningful Change: Make a tangible impact on individuals’ lives while pursuing a fulfilling career aligned with your passions.
Provide Essential Support: Offer priceless assistance to families as they form strong bonds with their newborns and navigate unforeseen challenges.
Postpartum Doula Training Course Credentials
Embark on a Global Journey in Doula Education
In today’s diverse and competitive environment, having an accreditation recognized across borders is essential.
Our postpartum doula training program offers a comprehensive 50+hour exploration into every facet of postpartum support. From understanding physiological changes during the postnatal period to advocating for families of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, we delve into physiological, psychological, sociological, historical, political, and spiritual dimensions, empowering you with holistic and practical knowledge.
Doula School International provides a certification esteemed at an international level.
Here’s why our postpartum doula training and certification stands out:
Global Institution: The skills and knowledge you gain from Doula School International are culturally relevant and backed by a globally recognized certification and institution. This recognition underscores the credibility, thoroughness, and standard of excellence maintained by our training program over the past 20 years.
Exceeding Industry Standards: Our certification surpasses industry norms and best practices in postpartum doula training. Our certification indicates that you’ve undergone comprehensive training, ensuring you possess the essential skills and knowledge required in this field.
Beyond being a premier training institution, we have pioneered hospital doula programs internationally. We take great pride in providing each person with a strong foundation, ongoing professional opportunities, and credibility for your career in birthwork.
Kind Words from Recent Graduates
Join the countless postpartum doula training students who have transformed their lives and advanced their careers with our certification programs.
Etty
★★★★★
“Thank you so much Stefanie! For an amazing experience with the doula training workshop! You are a really great person! I have learned so much from your well balanced approach to ‘doula’ing. Looking forward to staying connected and exemplifying your amazing values you gave over. “
Zoe
★★★★★
“I credit Stefanie with the success of my practice. From the moment she spoke I caught the doula bug – she is passionate and professional in equal measure. Not only did her teaching set me up for success, she remains an excellent mentor and someone I hope to continue working with; I loved my training so much I completed two additional courses. 5 months since my initial class, I now take care of my very own clients full time while pursuing certification and several passion projects in the field. If you are serious about having a meaningful doula career, start here.“
Cynthia
★★★★★
“I think this is a wonderful and much needed program. I see this specialty really helping so many lives. Even as a trained midwife I learned so much! I was personally guided and mentored through this entire journey and was provided with honest and constructive feedback that I greatly appreciate.”
Nadia
★★★★★
“Training with Doula School to become a Doula has been an amazing positive experience in my life. I feel so blessed to have joined a sensational group of women pushing the bar to educate, encourage and empower women during the most incredible journey of their life.”
Learn Your Way: Your Postpartum Doula Training Journey Begins Here
Choose your ideal learning path—In-Person, Self-Directed, or Live-Virtual—and access tailored benefits to match your pace and needs.
Prestigious Recognition:
In-Person: Immerse yourself in hands-on workshops and lectures, complemented by online resources. Benefit from course materials and ongoing one-on-one support from mentors.
Live Virtual: Participate in interactive classes at your convenience, featuring mentorship sessions and a wide selection of online seminars and materials.
Self-Directed: Experience dynamic and engaging virtual sessions from the comfort of your home. Meet a community of doulas and enjoy the perks of live learning without the need to attend in-person.
Personal Mentorship:
No matter which learning path you choose, you’ll receive personalized mentorship. Engage in Zoom consultations with our experienced mentors, who will guide you through every step of your doula training journey.
Postpartum Doula Training Framework
Whether you are aiming to enhance your skills, transition careers, or grow your birth business, our training modules are designed to offer strategies for success in the field of birthwork.
Training and Specialization
Learn about the elements of care and how we use them to support families through the Postpartum period.
Certification and Experience
Get step by step support throughout your certification journey to become a Doula School International Certified Doula.
Business Building
Fast track your birth business. From marketing, to technology, we teach doulas how to run a successful business.
Postpartum Doula Training Curriculum
- Explore the normal physiological changes in the postpartum body.
- Learn to identify warning signs during the postpartum period.
- Discover comfort measures for new parents.
- Access referral sources for additional support.
- Understand normal newborn characteristics. newborns.
- Recognize warning signs in newborns.
- Learn diapering and bathing techniques.
- Explore soothing techniques for newborns.
- Learn how to support families through PMADs.
- Understand the differences between various PMADs.
- Provide resources for coping with the “Baby Blues” and other PMADs.
- Explore the doula’s role in supporting postpartum mental health.
- Learn strategies to support the transition to parenthood.
- Understand how to provide sibling support.
- Gain skills to support parents with babies in the NICU.
- Learn to support parents with special needs babies.
- Understand healthy relationship structures and how to support them.
- Explore partner or family support as a postpartum doula.
- Review the history of the early postpartum period and understand its current context.
- Learn about the history of postpartum community support.
- Explore various issues affecting under-resourced families and learn how to offer assistance.
- Understand how to work with families from diverse cultures, religions, and backgrounds to enhance your support.
- Reflect on your own biases and knowledge gaps.
- Discuss strategies for attracting your first clients.
- Learn how to establish and grow your doula practice.
- Explore various options for working as a doula.
Join our Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula Dual Certification Course.
Explore the Value and Benefits of Enrolling in Both Courses Together
When you sign up for both the Birth and Postpartum Doula Training simultaneously, you unlock a holistic perspective and a comprehensive skill set to assist families throughout the childbirth and postpartum journey.
This combined training offers:
Enhanced Client Support – Develop a deeper understanding of the entire birth process, allowing you to deliver continuous and comprehensive care to families from pregnancy to postpartum.
Expanded Business Opportunities – Broaden your service offerings by providing inclusive and holistic support, positioning yourself as a versatile birth and postpartum doula within your community.
Heightened Confidence
– Attain extensive knowledge and practical experience in supporting families through all stages, bolstering your confidence as a doula.
Begin Your Journey Today
Your transformative journey with Doula School International starts today.
You can make a profound impact on families during their most transformative moments.
Take the First Step:
