Chances are if you are an expectant mother, you’ve heard the term “doula” before. In case you haven’t, a certified doula is a hired professional who is there to provide physical and emotional support, and information before, during, and after birth to both the expectant mother and the father. Besides providing support, what other reasons […]
When You Earn Your Doula Certification, Your Clients Will Have a Lot to Be Thankful For
When you earn your doula certification through the International Doula Institute, your clients will be so thankful for your support. Happy Thanksgiving from the International Doula Institute! Today is a day to remember what we are thankful for. You will, of course, have so many things to be thankful for when you earn your doula […]
Doula vs. Midwife: What is the difference?
Becoming a new mom can sometimes be overwhelming. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, every new mom needs a helping hand to get through labor and delivery, and adjusting to having a newborn at home. Luckily, for every mom there are two different experts who she can turn to for help in transitioning […]
What are the Reasons for Having a Cesarean?
While many different studies have shown that having a birth doula reduces the chance of having a cesarean, that is not always the case. When a cesarean happens, a birth occurs through an incision in the mother’s abdominal wall and uterus rather than vaginally. Recent reports from the Center for Disease Control show that the […]
Good Night, Sleep Tight: How Becoming a Doula Can Help Babies Sleep Safely
For new parents, sleep is a priority. After becoming a doula, you can help families with newborns sleep safely and soundly. A recent study put out by the American Academy of Pediatrics reviewed the safe sleep practices of new parents. The crux of the study was that the majority of the participants did not follow […]
After Your Doula Training, Teach Your Clients how to Use Their BRAIN During Labor
When you complete your doula training, use this helpful acronym to encourage your clients make informed decisions for their birth. Part of the role of the doula when hired for pregnancy and childbirth is to facilitate communication, help the client understand their choices during pregnancy and childbirth and how to advocate for themselves. But how […]