Aliza Juliette Bancoff
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The Best Positions for Labor and Birth: A Guide for Doulas
As a doula, one of your most important roles is helping the families you serve find comfort, progress, and empowerment during labor. One powerful way...
Evidence-Based Strategies to Improve Birth Outcomes Every Doula Should Know
As doulas, it is important we help empower our families to have positive birth experiences whenever possible. Using evidence-based strategies to improve birth outcomes is...
Why Doula Certification With The International Doula Institute Matters
In our rapidly evolving maternal health culture, the demand for qualified doulas is higher than ever. As more families seek true holistic, compassionate, and evidence-based...
What New Illinois Maternal Health Legislation Means for Doulas
Big news for birth workers in Illinois: Two new Illinois maternal health bills have passed. These bills directly impact how, where, and for how long...
Postpartum Doula Training – Growing Demand For Doulas
The demand for postpartum doulas is growing, according to a new article from Business Insider. This is welcome news for those looking into postpartum doula...
International Doula Institute Training and Perinatal Mental Health
As awareness of perinatal mental health challenges grows, so does the need for doulas to be fully prepared to support families. Recent research emphasizes that...
What Is The Best Doula Training? The International Doula Institute Is a Top Program!
Are you interested in becoming a doula but wondering which is the best doula training? You’ve come to the right place to look. The International...
Postpartum Depression – Innovative Treatment
Postpartum depression (PPD) affects approximately one in seven women, posing significant challenges for new mothers and their families. Unfortunately, suicide remains a leading cause of...
Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Impacts Longterm Health – New Study Finds
A recent study found that certain blood pressure patterns during pregnancy can increase the risk of future hypertension in the five years following birth. Doulas...
How Doulas Help with VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) is something many parents hope for. Current evidence supports VBAC as a safe option for the majority of parents who...