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DONA Postpartum Doula Training Workshops
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In-Person or Online Postpartum Doula Training
This is a DONA approved workshop and one step toward certification as a Postpartum Doula.
The workshop is experiential and interactive, offering participants a broad-based learning experience. Participants learn in an environment that fosters self-growth while providing both didactic and hands-on experience. During the workshop participants will gain in-depth knowledge about the role of a doula during the postpartum period as well as a personal understanding of the emotions and spiritual nature of birth and life with a newborn.
3-Day Online Postpartum Doula Training
3-Day In-Person Postpartum Doula Training
This course often becomes the beginning of a new career as a postpartum doula, or it can complement your current work. Attendance will provide all the confidence and training you need to work in this rewarding career and is the first step toward becoming a DONA International certified doula. There are no prerequisites.
During this DONA Approved Postpartum Doula Training
you will learn:
- Understanding the role of the postpartum doula
- How pregnancy and birth influence the postpartum period.
- The importance of bonding.
- The physical care and emotional and spiritual aspects of the newborn and mother.
- Understanding newborn characteristics and infant care.
- The dynamics of family and friends after birth.
- Differentiating ”Baby Blues” from Perinatal Mental Health.
- Dealing with loss and grief.
- Household management.
- Breastfeeding
- DONA International
- Communication Skills
- Business aspects of the postpartum doula practice (contract, invoices, etc.)
- Certification process in details.
Become a Postpartum Doula Online :
Benefits of Online Postpartum Doula Training
- You can learn from the comfort of your own home, which saves time, money, and valuable resources– no driving, flying, or hotels involved!
- You can work at your own pace since coursework is given between each class that you can complete on your own time during the duration of the workshop.
- Online learning supports birth professionals from anywhere in the world.
Choose Your Postpartum Doula Training Package
How Much Does Postpartum Doula Training Cost?
We offer a few different ways to make becoming a Postpartum doula more accessible.
Early Bird
one-time payment 30 days before workshopPay In Full
one-time paymentUnable to pay the full tuition upfront?... Secure your spot with a deposit!
Who should take this postpartum doula training?
Our Postpartum Doula Trainings Are Perfect For
Aspiring Doulas
Childbirth Educators
Nurses, Midwives & Doctors
Curious Parents
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Choose Your Online Postpartum Doula Training
Are You Ready To Become A Postpartum Doula?
We’re so excited for you to take this journey with us. You’re going to make an impact on many lives.
Upcoming Postpartum Doula Training Workshop Dates
Online 3-Day Postpartum Doula Training
Select a date below to register.
NEW DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!
Investment:
Early Bird $775.00
Regular $850.00
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a non-refundable deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
*includes a small administrative fee
- Non-refundable Deposit $446
If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
Location: Online
Workshop hours: Daily 8:30am to 6:30pm PST
What’s Included in this 30-hour Postpartum Doula Course Curriculum:
(IN PERSON Training or LIVE VIRTUAL synchronous learning–global offerings)
- Educating the family on infant care
- Newborn characteristics
- coping skills and supporting the recovering birthing person and family
- physical and psychological needs of the postpartum period and development of the newborn
- The doula receives training on breastfeeding skills and support
- Support of the woman with postpartum depression
- Support for the partner
- Fostering bonding
- Multiples
- Grief and loss
- Importance of referrals to competent and appropriate professionals and support groups
Also, this course will touch on…
- the professional scope of practice of a postpartum doula
- building a personal practice structure
- and understanding the difference between a doula and other professions.
Postpartum Doula Training Prerequisites
Start reading
- The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body
- Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality
Watch:
In-Person 3-Day Postpartum Doula Training
Select a date below to register.
NEW DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!
Investment:
Early Bird $775.00
Regular $850.00
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a non-refundable deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
*includes a small administrative fee
- Non-refundable Deposit $446
If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
Location: Sacramento, CA
Workshop hours: Daily 8:30am to 6:30pm PST
What’s Included in this 30-hour Postpartum Doula Course Curriculum:
(IN PERSON Training or LIVE VIRTUAL synchronous learning–global offerings)
- Educating the family on infant care
- Newborn characteristics
- coping skills and supporting the recovering birthing person and family
- physical and psychological needs of the postpartum period and development of the newborn
- The doula receives training on breastfeeding skills and support
- Support of the woman with postpartum depression
- Support for the partner
- Fostering bonding
- Multiples
- Grief and loss
- Importance of referrals to competent and appropriate professionals and support groups
Also, this course will touch on…
- the professional scope of practice of a postpartum doula
- building a personal practice structure
- and understanding the difference between a doula and other professions.
Postpartum Doula Training Prerequisites
Start reading
- The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body
- Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality
Watch:
Sierra Doula Academy is Different
Evidence Based Postpartum Doula Training
Doula Mentoring & Coaching
Mentoring and support to birth and postpartum doulas at any stage of their journey.
In-Person & Online Doula Training
Varying options to meet the needs of busy schedules! 3 days, 5 days or 10 week online programs.
DONA Approved Doula Workshop
Our in-person and online doula workshops meet all the requirements to become a DONA certified Doula.
Holistic & Evidence Based
We combine modern sciences with ancient wisdom to offer a uniquely holistic experience.
Is becoming a postpartum doula the right path for you?
Postpartum Doula Training Frequently Ask Questions
- Complete a DONA-approved postpartum doula training workshop like ours.
- You can choose to attend an in-person or an online doula workshop.
- Become a member of DONA International.
- Fulfill a lactation support education requirement, which are included in the workshops at SDA.
- Fulfill the equity in birth education requirement, which is included in the workshops at SDA.
- Complete a self-assessment check-list and read 6 books.
- Complete a resource & referral list for your community.
- After attending a workshop, support 3 postpartum families and document those experiences.
- Pay the certification application fee, complete your application, and compile your certification packet materials and submit to DONA.
- Celebrate!
A postpartum doula is a trained professional who helps families transition into their parenting role. They provide physical, emotional and practical support, evidence-based information and guidance, and sometimes sibling support.
The postpartum doula training at SDA is currently over 3 consecutive days.
Yes! At SDA we provide several in-person and online training workshops throughout the year.
Our early-bird tuition is $775. Enroll within 3 weeks of any of our workshops to qualify for this 10% discounted rate.
Immediately! At SDA we provide comprehensive training that will leave you prepared to launch your practice as soon as you leave the workshop. For those who don’t feel 100% prepared, we’re always available to guide you after attending one of our training workshops. Your relationship with our trainers doesn’t end when you leave our classroom!
