When you become a postpartum doula, you help the new mother & family ...
Not quite sure? Join our FREE webinar & get your questions answered.
Our Top 5 Questions about Becoming a Doula webinar provides an overview of the role of birth and postpartum, the certification process, your income potential as a doula, how to get started on your path, and more. This session offers an opportunity to spend an hour with the instructor and get your questions answered before making an investment.
BECOME A POSTPARTUM DOULA
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STEP #1
SELF-PACED STUDY MODULES (65 hours)
The following four courses comprise your online self-paced training. Toggle the + to open each module topic for more information on course content.
Doula Fundamentals (Estimated 25 hours)
Postpartum Doula Support Skills (Estimated 24 hours)
Breastfeeding Basics & Breastfeeding Support Skills for Doulas (Estimated 16 hours)
Enjoy unlimited access to the study materials and complete the course in your own timeframe (no expiration date). Gain access within 24 hours of registering.
STEP #2
MONTHLY MENTORING WEBINARS
With Patty Brennan
These optional monthly live sessions (on Zoom) are designed to complement your self-paced study. Sessions provide an opportunity to:
These sessions are designed for postpartum and birth doulas. All sessions will be recorded and made available for later viewing. Students are encouraged to send in questions ahead of time if they are unable to join the live webinars.
These sessions are not lectures. Bring your questions on these topics and be prepared to engage and participate, as that is the whole point.
2023 Webinar Schedule
This year we are offering a repeating series of topics as the focus for each session including a special session for practice of hands-on comfort measures with a "practice partner."
Webinars take place on Wednesday from 8-9pm EST with the exception of the hands-on practice session, scheduled for a designated Saturday from noon-2pm EST. We will take the months of August and December off.
For those who appreciate continuity, new cohorts start in January and June, but students can join the optional sessions in any order and get started immediately.
Winter/Spring
Summer/Fall
STEP #3
POSTPARTUM DOULA CERTIFICATION
Our professional certification for life is included in your training fee and can be completed shortly after training. Once you have completed all the training components, you are eligible to take the Certification Exam. Some additional reading is required which you can get started on anytime. Learn more about our Postpartum Doula Certification Requirements.
BONUS!
A listing in our Postpartum Doula Directory is included in your course fee ($50 value, good for one year). Your year starts when you feel ready to call yourself a doula!
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By the end of your doula training, you will have ...
A deep appreciation for the doula model of care
A brain full of exciting ideas for your doula practice
Access to the best available resources for supporting families as they adjust postpartum
Templates & tools for creating your own practice
Feedback from Participants
“Patty was very professional, caring, and passionate. I was reassured that becoming a postpartum doula is what I want to do. I was also given great advice for starting my own business. I highly recommend this training and cannot say enough good things about it!”
—Leah Segura, Bay City, MI
“Just wanted to thank you for an amazing training. Each component was super and surpassed my expectations.”
—Jody Swank, Mattawan, MI
"The training was extremely informative and enjoyable. I learned lots of tools for working through potentially challenging situations and feel very equipped.”
—Kelli Brien, South Bend, IN
“I could not have envisioned a more intelligent and comprehensive training. I learned so much and continue to be so excited about this new path I'm on. I feel so fortunate to have crossed paths with you.” —Kim Manasevit, Brookline, MA
Very interesting, I learned a great deal from this course." —Victoria Wenger
"Wonderful! Thank you so much for the amazing knowledge shared and the wonderful course you put together. I am so grateful." —Alexa Rittichier
"Excellent! Very helpful and informative. Self-paced class was easy to use!" —Laura Gill
What makes us different? Why train with Lifespan Doulas?
Top value at an affordable price! We understand you are searching for the best fit. Here is what we believe to be unique about our program and what we think sets us apart.
Hybrid Online Learning
Get grounded in the basics with our self-paced online learning modules. Complement your study with a support community through our monthly live Mentoring Webinars. We use a proven, dynamic blend of teaching methods that adult learners of all ages find effective and enjoyable.
Streamlined Certification
Our professional and accessible certification process can be completed shortly after training, has no expiration date, and is included in the cost of training. No ongoing or hidden costs! This is a big deal if you are comparing programs. Learn more.
Instructor Expertise
Patty Brennan has been supporting families in transition for the past 40 years as a doula, midwife, educator, and nonprofit founder/executive director of two community-based doula programs. She has trained approximately 2500 people to become doulas!
Doula Business Development
Patty Brennan is the author of the top-selling Doula Business Guide: How to Succeed as a Birth, Postpartum or End-of-Life Doula and is an expert at helping folks embrace the creative process of launching a doula practice.
DOULA BUSINESS BUILDER TRAINING BUNDLES
Are you interested in more than one training or doula specialty?
Do you need expert advice on the business aspects of doula work?
Choose the package that best fits your goals & save!
If you are interested in creating a doula business or specializing as a doula in more than one area, these packages deliver the best value on your investment. Choose one, two, or three certification programs. Plus training in how to put it all together into a life-changing, successful doula business.
BASIC
Doula Business Builder Package
$897
or PAYMENT PLAN:
$397 down + 5 payments of $100
DELUXE
Doula Business Builder Package
$1897
or PAYMENT PLAN:
$497 down + 7 payments of $200 OR 12 payments of $120
CORE
Doula Business Builder Package
$1397
or PAYMENT PLAN:
$397 down + 4 payments of $250 OR 10 payments of $100