The Doula Life is our most in-depth training designed for those committed to becoming certified doulas and building a strong, lasting foundation in this profession.
This program includes everything from the Birth Helper and Simple Doula levels, plus exclusive mentorship and certification opportunities.
MODULE 1 Welcome to the Birth Helper Course!
• Welcome!
• Intro Message from Jana
MODULE 2 The Doula Foundation
• History and Purpose of the Doula
• Doula Lifestyle / Ethics & Confidentiality
• Golden Rules / Scope of Practice
MODULE 3 Before Baby Comes
• Informed Consent / Informed Decisions
• Common Discomforts of Pregnancy
• Pregnancy Warning Signs & Signs of Labor
• Prenatal Flow / Writing Birth Preferences
MODULE 4 Know Normal Birth
• Normal Physiological Birth Part 1: Nearing Labor - Active Labor
• Normal Physiological Birth Part 2: Transition - Placenta
MODULE 5 Heart & Hands On
• How to help mom in labor / Hands-on Session 1
MODULE 6 Next Steps
• How to get GEM Doula Certification / Q&A
MODULE 7 Practice Comfort Skills
• Hands-on Session 2
• More Comfort Measures & Tools
• The Doula Bag
MODULE 8 The Spirituality of Birth
• Intro to The Spirituality of Birth
• Body, Soul & Spirit
• How to Engage the Spirit / Spiritual support of the laboring woman
MODULE 1 Introduction to Doula Business
• Welcome & Course Overview
• Understanding the Doula Role
MODULE 2 Client Interviews
• Preparing for Client Meetings
• Key Questions to Ask
MODULE 3 Pricing Your Services
• Preparing for Client Meetings
• Key Questions to Ask
MODULE 4 Marketing Your Doula Practice
• Building Your Brand
• Effective Marketing Strategies
MODULE 5 Managing Finances
• Banking Basics for Doulas
• Taxes and Insurance Essentials
Our intensive 5-hour live hands-on workshop for birth helpers and aspiring doulas to quickly learn the basics of how to comfort a mom in labor!
Part One will cover:
• Understanding Pain
• Pathways to Comfort
• Foundational Labor Support Practices
• Hand Techniques For Comforting Mom
Part Two will cover:
• Labor Positions
• The Doula Bag
• Comfort Tools
• Rebozo Techniques
MODULE 1
• Intro to Birth History
• Birth Care Providers
• Birth Anatomy
• Birth Physiology
MODULE 2
• Lion's Heart Part 1: Excellence of Character Training
• Lion's Heart Part 2: Excellence of Character Training
• Philosophy of Birth
• Theology of Birth
MODULE 3
• Overview of Pregnancy Care
• Labor & Delivery Overview
• Intro to Pregnancy Nutrition Part 1: Food as Our First Medicine
• Intro to Pregnancy Nutrition Part 2: Food as Our First Medicine
MODULE 4
• The Lady's Hands: Comforting Mom in Labor
• The Hawk's Eye: Monitoring Well-being
MODULE 5
• Birth Equipment
• Birth Medicines
MODULE 6
• Intro to Common Birth Complications: Breathing & Bleeding
• Intro to Rare Birth Complications & Hospital Interventions
MODULE 7
• Introduction to Breastfeeding
• Overview of Postpartum & Well-Newborn Care
The GEM Doula Certification Process is included in this bundle!
When you become a certified doula with GEM you can confidently offer your services and be more valuable to clients because of your willingness to continue learning and deepening your knowledge and skills.
The certifying process helps push you to achieve those learning goals by requiring you to read several essential birth books, take a more in-depth course, & practice attending births!
MODULE 1 Introduction to Doula Work
• Ethics and Boundaries
MODULE 2 Building Your Doula Skills
• Comfort Measures and Support Techniques
MODULE 3 Marketing Your Doula Business
• Utilizing Social Media
MODULE 4 Networking and Community Building
• Collaborating with Healthcare Providers
MODULE 5 Continuous Growth and Development
• Seeking Advanced Training Opportunities
