During your doula training, you learn about the many birthing options, the stats surrounding each one, and the benefits and risks of each. In the US, over 80% of women utilize epidural pain relief during labor, and over 30% give birth via c-section. While medicated birth is the most common way US women give birth, […]
Is It Gas or Something Bigger?
Throughout pregnancy, stomach problems are common. Part of studying and becoming a doula includes helping clients understand their bodies better and to distinguish if they are having contractions or maybe just gas. So, when you experience tummy troubles, you might find yourself wondering if it’s just gas pains. As pregnancy progresses, hormones can slow down […]
5 Signs That You Are Going into Labor
It is not always easy to detect when labor is starting—even for moms who have had babies before. This is because many of the early signs of labor are misinterpreted. Whether you are expecting a baby or you are studying to become a doula, you’ll need and want to know what to look for when […]
Birthing Cultural Traditions from Egypt and Morocco
As a part of the training to become a doula, all of our students go through a module where they learn about different cultural traditions and ceremonies during the perinatal period. Please enjoy this wonderful essay by Halima Sadki on the Islamic traditions of the postpartum period. Nawal from Egypt By Halima Sadki Nawal […]
When You Become a Doula, You’ll Meet Moms Who “Hate” Postpartum as Much as Adele
Adele was very candid about her postpartum depression. The singer’s words mirror what you may hear from new moms when you become a doula. Adele is known for her honesty. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, she proved that talking about her postpartum depression is no exception. The first few weeks and months after […]
What You Need to Know Before Becoming a Certified Doula
Being a doula is a rewarding career that allows women to support other women before, during and after giving birth. While a doula works to assist and provide support for an expectant mother, a doula does not have any medical training. Even though a doula does not receive any medical training as part of their […]