Aliza Juliette Bancoff

As doulas, our role is to support families during pregnancy, birth, and in the postpartum period. Part of that support is providing evidence-based education and...

As summer slips away and the kids are headed back to school, you might find yourself with a little more time on your hands. This...

As a certified doula, you know the service we do is so amazing. However, you also know it can be quite intense. Even when you’re...

At the International Doula Institute, we strive to prepare birth experts to provide excellent support to growing families. One way we do that is by...

Connections in doula work are vital. Networking for doulas is about fostering community, expanding your knowledge, and reaching more families. Networking for doulas is vital...

As doulas, we know that not all pregnancies result in a health, live birth. For those of us who have supported families facing the unimaginable...

Doulas and childbirth educators are both essential experts for childbirth. They each provide unique support and guidance to expectant parents. This is why the International...

For those interested in the miracle of childbirth, exploring becoming a doula can be a fulfilling path. While medical providers focus on clinical aspects of...

Whether you are looking into becoming a postpartum doula or you’re about to welcome a baby, you might wonder the difference between a nanny and...

In encouraging doula news, PA House lawmakers passed legislation authored by state Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., that would extend Medicaid coverage to doula services in...