Aliza Juliette Bancoff

Aliza Juliette Bancoff

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What You Need to Know about a Home Birth

Prior to the 1900s, women giving birth outside of the home was unheard of. Around that time, the number of births that took place inside...

October 10, 2018

The Benefits of Having a Doula Throughout the Birthing Process

Throughout history, everyone from family, friends, and community members have rallied around fortunate new mothers to help support and guide them through the birthing process....

October 4, 2018

How to Become a Certified Doula: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re considering becoming a doula, you may be wondering where to begin. Do you need previous healthcare experience? How do you choose a training...

August 27, 2018

Trains, Planes, and Automobiles: 6 Helpful Tips for Traveling During Pregnancy

Whether you’re going by car, train, or boat, traveling during pregnancy is generally safe. It just takes a little extra planning. Here are some helpful...

August 1, 2018

Fly, Baby, Fly! Things to Consider Before Booking a Flight During Pregnancy

If you are planning to travel via plane during your pregnancy for work or for fun (babymoon, anyone?), you may be wondering: is it safe?...

July 31, 2018

Can Doulas Help as U.S. is Named the Most Dangerous Place to Give Birth in the Developed World?

Childbirth is meant to be one of the most special times in a person’s life. It not only signifies the birth of a child but...

July 30, 2018

6 Benefits of a Natural Childbirth

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...

July 15, 2018

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...

July 5, 2018

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...

July 1, 2018

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...

June 20, 2018

Tracy tells us,
“This course was informative and educational. I enjoyed learning how to become a doula.”

Patricia shared,
“This course was great. I loved how easy it is to use, as someone who is not very technologically inclined. The coursework was challenging and I learned so much. My instructor was always very easy to reach and very responsive to any issues I had. I loved being able to work at my own pace and skip around a bit. Videos are hard for me as I am very self-conscious so it was nice to be able to postpone them for a bit until I could really practice and feel my best. ”

Judith shared,
“The instructors and course materials/videos were all so wonderful and informative. I truly feel very well equipped with all the knowledge and tools I now have to start as a full spectrum doula with multiple certifications under my belt. Thank you, IDI, from the bottom of my heart. My true passion is blossoming before my very eyes!”

Miranda tells us,
“I started my training at IDI almost a year ago. The courses have given me exactly what I needed to become a confident doula! After looking at several different doula training programs I decided on IDI because I have two young children and could work at my own pace online. I also really liked that the curriculum was contributed to by different backgrounds and trainings, not only from one perspective. This program has offered more to me than I ever could have thought! Not only have I learned how to support Moms and families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum but I’ve been given tools in growing my reach and communication… just to name a few. There’s also huge support from other doulas in the program. I recommend this program to future doulas!”

Mary says,
“Started my journey (with admitted fear) only a month ago and felt immediately at ease! This program is very fluid. Work at your own pace. Easy to reach help and support the whole way through. Everything you need to know to hit the ground running with confidence once certified.”

Brenda tells us,
“My name is Brenda and I have been studying with IDI for a while now, looking forward to the Postpartum course also. I have found the studies, books, and information to feel well rounded in information and comprehensive. I love all the books they have chosen for my studies. Also, the opportunity to be hands-on with the additional class, interviews, videos, and Moms-to-be. This is a part of the program that brings all the reading, studying…everything to light! The teachers are kind, understanding and obviously VERY experienced and can guide and support me throughout this wonderful journey of certification to be a “Doula” I’m so happy I chose IDI to be my training! Thank you!!!! I look forward to the future!♡”

Joyce says,
“I love being a student with IDI!”

Laura tells us,
” Easy to do at my own pace, good supplemental readings. ”

Hannah tells us,
” Hey this is Hannah! I’m SOO excited to have finished my courses & have become a CERTIFIED DOULA! I almost can’t believe I have that title, with my name!!! This has been a lifelong dream. I’m very grateful to have been able to do it online, as I am a stay-at-home mom to 7 amazing children. It was very convenient for me to work on, as I had quiet time, during my little’s naps. Having been through labor, birth & breastfeeding stages of my life, helped tremendously. However, it was a very practical course & easy to understand the instructions. I highly recommend IDI to anyone who is interested in becoming a doula!! Thank you, IDI!!! ”

Tatyana says,
“I enjoyed everything about this course. Very informative and detailed.”