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Dear Fuller House, Thank You For Having A Doula…

December 11, 2019

Photo by Ross Joyner Dear Fuller House, Thank You For Having A Doula… As a doula, I spend a good portion of my professional life responding to, “Huh, a dooolla? What’s that, what do you do?” This means anytime I hear about a doula on TV or in a movie I get a bit excited. […]

There’s Nothing Spooky About Online Doula Training!

October 31, 2019

Late Fall is the perfect time to start your online doula training with IDI. We promise there’ll be no tricks, just lots of treats! Here at the International Doula Institute, we have created a helpful check list to make sure you have the best Halloween possible: Carve your jack-o-lantern Pour yourself a glass of apple […]

Why Amy Schumer Is Thankful She Used A Birth Doula

May 12, 2019

Why Amy Schumer Is Thankful She Used A Birth Doula If you follow celebrity news, it’s no surprise Amy Schumer is more than thankful her pregnancy is over. Schumer reportedly suffered from hyperemesis gravidarum throughout her pregnancy; meaning she had relentless nausea and vomiting necessitating hospitalization and IV treatment. And while she’s more than relieved […]

4 FAQs About Working as a Doula

April 17, 2019

Having a career that is centered around helping and supporting other women during their birthing experience is exciting and exhilarating. And doulas get to do it every day. But before you jump in with both feet, you may have some questions about training, certification, what a doula salary looks like, what a typical month looks […]

Doulas and Midwives: Their Roles During Birth

April 10, 2019

Many women elect to become a doula because they want to help other women during a vulnerable time in their lives. As part of an online doula training program, doulas in training will learn all about the birthing process, but they will also learn about the role of midwives and how they work together. It […]

What You Need to Know About a Water Birth

April 3, 2019

Water birth is the practice of spending part of labor and/or delivery in a pool filled with warm water. Many laboring moms enjoy a water birth because the warm water helps their body relax, making it easier to handle contractions. Water birth is a practice widely practiced by midwives and is an important part of […]

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.”