At the International Doula Institute, we strive to be part of change. While the role of doulas is to support clients in self-advocacy, doulas often take part in community advocacy. During Black Maternal Health Week, we were proud of the many IDI doulas who participated in local events within their communities. Black Maternal Health Week […]
Where Do Childbirth Educators Teach?
Whether you are already a doula or are new to supporting birthing families, childbirth education is a great way to serve families. Perhaps you are wondering where childbirth educators teach families. One wonderful thing about getting into childbirth education is that there are many ways to teach families as a childbirth educator. At the International […]
Do Postpartum Doulas Sleep Train?
For new parents, the lack of sleep is often their biggest concern. Many parents seek postpartum doula support to ensure they get enough sleep. This often leads to parents wondering if postpartum doulas sleep train. With a variety of postpartum professionals out there, parents are not always sure the role of each. From night “nurses”, […]
Arizona Doula Licensing – International Doula Institute Approved!
Currently, there are no global, federal, or even state accreditation bodies overseeing doula training and certification. However, we are starting to see some states offering voluntary licensing, state certification, etc., for individual doulas. Arizona doula licensing and state certification recently approved the International Doula Institute as a state recognized training organization. This means that doulas […]
Black Maternal Health: The Role of Doulas
It’s Black Maternal Health Week, which is observed in 2024 on April 11-17th. Why is Black Maternal Health Week a thing? Because in the US, Black birthers face disproportionately more pregnancy complications and even death when compared to other peers. At the International Doula Institute, we hope to be a small part of the big […]
The Impact of Childbirth Education on Birth Outcomes
At the International Doula Institute, we strive to prepare birth workers to provide excellent support to growing families. One way we do that is by offering certification in childbirth education. The impact of childbirth education on birth outcomes is a small part of the puzzle in improving overall birth outcomes in the US and beyond. […]