Features of our Postpartum Doula Training Program
Course Fee $797
Or
$297 deposit + 5 monthly payments of $110
What will I learn in this course?
Four modules ensure a solid grounding in all the basics along with doula support skills. Click on the + to see a list of topics covered in each module.
Try a free sample lesson.
Experience first-hand our user-friendly online classroom. Study modules include downloadable tools and guides, videos, quizzes, case studies, skill-building exercises, templates for creating your own materials for use with clients, abundant resources, and more!
Postpartum Doula training for community groups
Do you have questions? We have answers! Join our next FREE monthly webinar on April 29.
Our Top 5 Questions about Becoming a Birth or Postpartum Doula webinar will provide an overview of the role of the doula's role, the meaning of certification, your income potential, our training program, and how to get started on your path. Meet instructor Patty Brennan and get your questions answered before making an investment.
Postpartum Doula Certification
Our streamlined certification process can be completed shortly after training. The lifetime certification is included in the cost of training (books are not included).
What do our students have to say about their learning experience?
“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
"Love this program! The content in this training is top notch. I am learning new things and refreshing a lot of things I have forgotten about in the last 18 years since my last baby. Cannot wait to get started on this work."
—Tammy Swetter, Clifford Twp., PA
"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
“I am so glad Lifespan is really accessible. I miss the workshop style I had back in 2016 but this was so much easier now that I’m a parent. It’s also nice to be able to go back over the material. Thank you for making doula work more accessible to low-income people and those with children. I am so glad to be a part of it!”
—Merritt Bankes, Tecumseh, MI
“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
"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
Meet Trainer Patty Brennan
Patty is the founder and owner of Lifespan Doulas. She has 42 years' experience as a childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula, homebirth midwife, and founder/executive director of two community-based doula programs. She has trained over 3,500 people to become doulas! Patty is the author of The Doula Business Guide and is an expert at mentoring doulas in the creation of their own unique doula practices.
By the end of your doula training, you will have ...
A deep appreciation for the doula model of care ~ the essence of support
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