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Postpartum Doula Training

Are you thinking about becoming a postpartum doula? Are you interested in learning more about supporting mothers, partners, babies and their families? With increasing attention focused on the postpartum period today, there has been a growing interest in the support postpartum doulas can offer.

Postpartum Doulas in the News

Postpartum doulas are trained in all aspects of care and support for mothers and their families after a baby is born:

Physical Support - ensuring the new mother is getting the nutrition and sleep she needs to thrive, while helping her to acquire the skills to confidently care for her baby

Emotional Support - providing the mother with a safe place to process her birth and adjust to the profound changes of new motherhood

Information Support - knowledge of current research, local resources and when and where to refer in the community.

In a Postpartum Doula training, you will learn the skills to capably support new mothers and help them learn how to care for and understand their babies.

Train to be a Capable and Confident Postpartum Doula

Hands-on Learning

Combining up to date research, group work, panel discussions and role play, this training meets the needs of students with diverse learning styles.

Every student brings their own experiences and skill sets to the training. The trainer gives each student the opportunity to contribute their expertise, which results in an enriched experience for all.

Understanding the Complex Challenges of the New Family

Supporting a family during the postpartum period is so much more than cuddling babies. In this training, you will gain an understanding of normal postpartum recovery, typical newborn development, learn how to recognize signs of PPMADs (postpartum mood and anxiety disorders), and acquire the skills to be able to refer to healthcare professionals as required.

Getting Started: How to Run Your Doula Business

As a postpartum doula you will be supporting a new mother and family, while also running your own small business. This training helps you understand the basics so you can hit the ground running.

Why Choose A DONA Training?

With 67 (and counting) different doula training organizations available, it can be overwhelming to decide where to put your time, money and effort. Some thoughts about training through DONA:

DONA is the largest and most respected doula organization worldwide, and recently celebrated its 25th birthday!

DONA trainings include both classroom and hands-on training, providing new doulas with an in-depth level of understanding of the needs of new families

DONA has non-profit status, ensuring that its mandate is to support DONA members and not their bottom line

DONA's Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics are the gold standard in the doula industry

Upcoming Trainings - 2018

September 28 - October 1 Calgary, AB Hampton Inn & Suites, 2231 Banff Trail NW

October 25-28 Vancouver, BC Flesher Hall, 3545 E43 Ave.

Upcoming Trainings - 2019

February 22-25 Calgary AB Hampton Inn & Suites, 2231 Banff Trail NW

March 8-11 Vancouver BC Flesher Hall, 3545 E43 Ave. (location to be confirmed)

May 31 - June 3 Victoria, BC Mothering Touch, 975 Fort St.

October 25-28 Vancouver, BC Flesher Hall, 3545 E43 Ave. (location to be confirmed)

November 7 - 10 Calgary, AB Hampton Inn & Suites, 2231 Banff Trail NW