You can become a doula with online doula training and turn your passion into a career. The first step to becoming a doula is choosing your training. With many organizations, workshops, online programs, etc., how do you choose the right doula program? One of the most important factors is choosing an up-to-date comprehensive program. Choosing […]
Childbirth And Doulas – What You Need To Know
It seems obvious, but doulas need to be up to date with childbirth information, evidence, and current best practice information. At the International Doula Institute, our training and ongoing support ensures doulas stay up to date. During our comprehensive doula trainings, you’ll have extensive knowledge and understanding of normal physiological childbirth. With that understanding you’ll […]
Doula Training Near Me – Online Doula Training Right In Your Home!
Becoming a doula means turning a passion into a career. Once you’re ready to take the leap, the first step is finding a doula training near you. You’ve likely search “doula training near me” hoping to find the next perfect training workshop. However, what if you could get top quality training from the comfort of […]
Providing Virtual Doula Support
Due to the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, many doulas began offering virtual doula support. While virtual doula support grew in popularity this year, it’s actually a service some doulas have been providing for years. Given the reach of technology, and more hands-on partner support, virtual doula support provides a wonderful service to clients. While in-person doula […]
COVID19 and Doulas- We are here to help.
The International Doula Institute strives to support doulas, clients and communities by promoting best practice information. It is our responsibility as professional doulas to heed the advice and guidelines set forth. We should follow the CDC, ACOG and local authorities (including but not limited to individual hospital policies). What does this all mean with covid-19 […]
UPDATED: Official Response to Bill S03344-B
Update I am writing today with an update on House Bill A00364B, Senate Bill S03344-B We have great news for doulas: Governor Cuomo has vetoed the NY doula bill today. After many doulas reached out to Gov. Cuomo and to the sponsors of this bill, the sponsors approach Cuomo and recommended that he veto it […]