Description
THIS TRAINING IS EXPERIENTIAL AND INTERACTIVE, OFFERING PARTICIPANTS A BROAD-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCE AND EVIDENCE-BASED INFORMATION. Enrollment is limited to a small group, so early enrollment is highly encouraged. Workshop hours: 8:30am to 5pm PST
This course often becomes the beginning of a new career as a postpartum doula, or it can compliment 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. We will cover the certification process in detail during the training. There are no prerequisites.
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.
The Course Curriculum will Consist of:
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 detail
BY ENROLLING IN THIS COURSE OR EVENT YOU AGREE TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS STATED HERE: https://sierrachildbirthinstitute.com//terms-and-conditions/
