As doulas, we are not licensed medical providers. However, we are a source of evidenced-based information and education. Being that roughly 16% of pregnant people will experience anemia, it can be important to understand iron intake during pregnancy. We cannot recommend supplements, diagnose anemia, or recommend a specific dietary plan. However, we can provide our […]
How Do I Become a Postpartum Doula?
Whether you are already a birth doula or you are simply exploring birth work, becoming a postpartum doula is a wonderful career option! However, does one become a postpartum doula? Also, you might be surprised to learn how straightforward the process is! In fact, you can become a postpartum doula in less than 12 weeks. […]
Should Doulas Become a Prenatal Yoga Teacher?
At the International Doula Institute, we value offering additional certifications for doulas. However, you may be wondering if you should become a prenatal yoga teacher. Does that complement the work you do as a doula? In short, absolutely! And there are many reasons why. At IDI, we want all our doulas to have the skills […]
What Happens During a Doula Postpartum Visit?
As a birth doula, you will provide your clients with a doula postpartum visit. This is not the same things as a postpartum doula’s visit or shift. This doula postpartum visit is typically part of a birth doula’s service package. When a client signs with us, we typically offer: Two prenatal visits, also sometimes called […]
Successful Prenatal Doula Consultations
While births are what many of us focus on, we also know prenatal doula consultations are a vital service. We cannot provide the best birth support without connecting during prenatal consults. The more comfortable our clients are with us, the better our birth support can be. So, what does a successful prenatal doula consult look […]
Doula at a Freestanding Birth Center
As an International Doula Institute Certified doula, you will support families in a variety of situations. One option families have is to use a doula at a freestanding birth center. As a doula, it is important to be prepared to support families at every type of birth. To be prepared, you need to know what […]