Aliza Juliette Bancoff
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Can You Be The Right Doula For Everyone?
Many doulas believe every family that desires a doula should have access to one. Experienced doulas also know that there are plenty of clients for...
Five Professional Tips For Doulas
As a professional doula, there are some general professionalism tips you’ll need to successfully work with clients. Professional tips for doulas are like general professionalism...
The Cause of Hyperemesis Gravidarum Found – Morning Sickness Cause Different Than Expected
As doulas, we provide our clients with up-to-date information. Being able to support clients with morning sickness, and especially those with hyperemesis gravidarum is important....
Doulas Covered by Medicaid – New Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model
On December 15, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the new Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model. We’ll get into all the...
Is The International Doula Institute Accredited?
When you are looking for quality doula training, seeking accredited institutions is a given. Perhaps you are wondering if the International Doula Institute is accredited....
The Myth of The Influencer Doula
As someone who has been in the birth world for well over a decade, I’ve seen birth work ebb and flow. Once upon a time,...
Virtual Doulas Improve Birth Outcomes Comparable to In-Person Support, Study Finds
When the pandemic first hit, many birthing people found themselves without in-person access to their doulas. Virtual doulas became the only option for extra support...
Holidays and Doula Work
As we continue through the holiday season, it can be difficult to navigate the holiday season while working as a doula. Holidays and doula work...
Top Tips For A Positive Postpartum Doula Visit
As a postpartum doula, your visits will all be unique. Afterall, no two families are alike, and needs will vary visit to visit. However, there...
Doula Contract – What Do You Need in a Contract?
At the International Doula Institute, we strive to ensure our students are fully equipped to work as doulas. This often means basic business understanding. A...