New moms are not shy about posting adorable photos and sweet stories on social media once their baby arrives. But, Facebook can be a deceptive place. Lise Wetzel, a student with the International Doula Institute, is well on her way to becoming a postpartum doula. She put it like this in a recent assignment: “Take […]
Mila Kunis’ Words of Advice to Our Doula Students
Mila Kunis’ words of encouragement to new moms are important for doula students. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, actress Mila Kunis opened up about a few topics that our doula students should find of interest: pregnancy and breastfeeding. Kunis is currently pregnant with her second child with husband, Ashton Kutcher. Their first baby, […]
What Does Doula Training and Orange is the New Black Have in Common?
You’ll be surprised to learn what doula training has in common with one of the newest inmates at Litchfield Prison for Women. Are you guys as into Orange is the New Black as I am? Since a lot of my time is spent teaching the fabulous doula students of the International Doula Institute, I’m still […]
8 Misconceptions About Becoming a Doula
Good news! You don’t have to be “crunchy” to be a doula (and 7 other misconceptions about becoming a doula) Maybe you’ve been thinking about becoming a doula, but have hesitated because you don’t like granola, or because you think natural childbirth sounds way too old school. I mean, all doulas are pretty crunchy, right? […]
Unique Method of Online Doula Training
International Doula Institute’s Unique Method of Online Doula Training Utilizing Experts from Complimentary Fields and the progressive model of Authentic Assessment The International Doula Institute Online Doula Training program has been designed to fit many different learning styles. You won’t find a one-sized fits all approach with our online doula training! We offer a go-at-your-own-pace approach, the most thorough training […]
Benefits of a Birth Doula
Uh oh! The evidence is out, there are MANY proven benefits of a birth doula! The greatest benefits of a birth doula come when a birthing woman has continuous support from someone who is a) not a family member or social network, b) not a hospital staff http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23076901 Here is what this study found on the benfits […]