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A New Study Finds Growing Disparities in Preterm Birth Rates

September 27, 2024

As doulas, it is important we help support families not just during birth but throughout pregnancy. Being aware of the growing disparities in preterm birth rates can help us better support our clients. A new study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, highlights an increase in preterm birth rates. However, not only was there […]

Can You Be a Doula With Young Kids?

September 24, 2024

Many people become interested in becoming a doula around the time they give birth. If you’ve given birth in the last few years, you might be wondering if you can be doula with young kids. Certainly, not all doulas have kids or have given birth before. However, birth is a common life altering event which […]

Can You Be An Online Doula?

September 20, 2024

We have seen online birth experts for years, however, Covid-19 really impacted how many we saw. Can you be an online doula? After 2020, many doulas would say, “Absolutely!” At the International Doula Institute, we provided you with information about providing virtual support. Many of us found ourselves with in-person birthing people we could not […]

Holidays and Doula Work

September 18, 2024

As we enter fall and get ready for the holiday season, it can be difficult to navigate the holiday season while serving as a doula. Holidays and doula service can take time to figure out as a new doula, but there are many ways to make things flow. Babies do not stop being born simply […]

Black Mothers More Likely to Receive Unnecessary C-Sections

September 15, 2024

At the International Doula Institute, we are committed to being part of the solution to improve poor maternal health outcomes in the US. We know that at the root of some of our poor outcomes is disparities in care. Sadly, a recent study showing Black mothers are more likely to receive unnecessary c-sections when compared […]

International Doula Institute is Medicaid Approved In Illinois!

September 13, 2024

In a perfect world, every birthing family interested in doula support would have access to care. Equally, in a perfect world, every doula would be fairly compensated for their time. In one small step towards that, the International Doula Institute is Medicaid approved in several states, now including Illinois! So, what does this mean? In […]

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Tracy tells us,
“This course was informative and educational. I enjoyed learning how to become a doula.”

Patricia shared, 
“This course was great. I loved how easy it is to use, as someone who is not very technologically inclined. The coursework was challenging and I learned so much. My instructor was always very easy to reach and very responsive to any issues I had. I loved being able to work at my own pace and skip around a bit. Videos are hard for me as I am very self-conscious so it was nice to be able to postpone them for a bit until I could really practice and feel my best. ”

Judith shared, 
“The instructors and course materials/videos were all so wonderful and informative. I truly feel very well equipped with all the knowledge and tools I now have to start as a full spectrum doula with multiple certifications under my belt. Thank you, IDI, from the bottom of my heart. My true passion is blossoming before my very eyes!”

Miranda tells us, 
“I started my training at IDI almost a year ago. The courses have given me exactly what I needed to become a confident doula! After looking at several different doula training programs I decided on IDI because I have two young children and could work at my own pace online. I also really liked that the curriculum was contributed to by different backgrounds and trainings, not only from one perspective. This program has offered more to me than I ever could have thought! Not only have I learned how to support Moms and families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum but I’ve been given tools in growing my reach and communication… just to name a few. There’s also huge support from other doulas in the program. I recommend this program to future doulas!”

Mary says, 
“Started my journey (with admitted fear) only a month ago and felt immediately at ease! This program is very fluid. Work at your own pace. Easy to reach help and support the whole way through. Everything you need to know to hit the ground running with confidence once certified.”

Brenda tells us, 
“My name is Brenda and I have been studying with IDI for a while now, looking forward to the Postpartum course also. I have found the studies, books, and information to feel well rounded in information and comprehensive. I love all the books they have chosen for my studies. Also, the opportunity to be hands-on with the additional class, interviews, videos, and Moms-to-be. This is a part of the program that brings all the reading, studying…everything to light! The teachers are kind, understanding and obviously VERY experienced and can guide and support me throughout this wonderful journey of certification to be a “Doula” I’m so happy I chose IDI to be my training! Thank you!!!! I look forward to the future!♡”

Joyce says, 
“I love being a student with IDI!”

Laura tells us,
” Easy to do at my own pace, good supplemental readings. ”

Hannah tells us,
” Hey this is Hannah! I’m SOO excited to have finished my courses & have become a CERTIFIED DOULA! I almost can’t believe I have that title, with my name!!! This has been a lifelong dream. I’m very grateful to have been able to do it online, as I am a stay-at-home mom to 7 amazing children. It was very convenient for me to work on, as I had quiet time, during my little’s naps. Having been through labor, birth & breastfeeding stages of my life, helped tremendously. However, it was a very practical course & easy to understand the instructions. I highly recommend IDI to anyone who is interested in becoming a doula!! Thank you, IDI!!! ”

Tatyana says,
“I enjoyed everything about this course. Very informative and detailed.”

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