Aliza Juliette Bancoff

At the International Doula Institute, our name says it all. We are an international doula organization and business. We strive to meet the needs of...

As doulas, we are quite familiar with using mantras for birth. However, what about parenting mantras? Part of our role as doulas is to ensure...

At the International Doula Institute, we train and certify birth doulas and postpartum doulas. But what about sibling doulas? What is a sibling doula? At...

As a doula, there will be times you may have a client experience a crisis around the time of birth. This may look like health...

For doulas who are working independently, part of your role is business. Blogging for doulas is a fantastic way to reach potential and current clients....

The big scan – something every pregnant parent looks forward to. We know about the umbilical cord, but what is a single artery umbilical cord...

Over the years, we have seen understanding of the importance of immediate skin-to-skin after birth. We know for the birther and the baby there are...

Home Doppler use has increased over the years. With affordable home dopplers available for under $100, many are intrigued by their use. Often used either...

As a doula, you will be asked about everything pregnancy. Here is a quick list of pregnancy tips to help your clients be truly prepared...

Clients frequently ask their doulas many questions. A common question is how to start labor. There are many myths surrounding what might start labor. “Can...