Did you know, doula careers last 6 years on average?
Many people who become doulas have never attended a birth at their first professional birth experience.
People spend on average 1-2.5K+ and countless hours and energy to become a doula - only to find that it isn't actually for them.
There is a lot of interest these days in becoming a birth worker. It's a calling for many, but it definitely isn't for everyone. This talk provides an opportunity to hear from a professional who will paint the picture of what working in birth looks like. What it is like when it's great...and not so great. Find out if you have what it takes - and if you and your life are ready for it.
Together we will explore:
These workshops/talks are done in group sessions or individually.
[email protected] for more info.
Many people who become doulas have never attended a birth at their first professional birth experience.
People spend on average 1-2.5K+ and countless hours and energy to become a doula - only to find that it isn't actually for them.
There is a lot of interest these days in becoming a birth worker. It's a calling for many, but it definitely isn't for everyone. This talk provides an opportunity to hear from a professional who will paint the picture of what working in birth looks like. What it is like when it's great...and not so great. Find out if you have what it takes - and if you and your life are ready for it.
Together we will explore:
- Certification pro's and con's as well as options and requirements
- The apprenticeship model and why we need it
- What doulas do and do NOT do - and why that boundary is so important
- Relationships with care providers
- What it is really like to live a life on-call
- Being a doula while being a Mother/Partner/Friend etc
- Tips on ways to make doula work sustainable as a career
These workshops/talks are done in group sessions or individually.
[email protected] for more info.