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Family Doula/ Mother and Child Care Specialist Training Program
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Course Set Up Instructions (4:36)
Family Doula/Mother & Child Care Specialist Course Manual
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Module 1: Introduction to Family Doula/Mother & Child Care Specialist Training
Optional: Registration for quarterly hands on practice sessions and Q&A and information on First Aid/CPR classes
Introduction to the course (2:47)
Roles and responsibilities (1:10)
Module 1 Quiz
Module 2.1: Pregnancy and Postnatal Care
Understanding pregnancy (6:08)
Understanding childbirth and delivery (4:00)
Caring for a mother during pregnancy and childbirth (34:37)
Understanding the postpartum period (9:32)
Caring for a mother after childbirth (postpartum period) (27:35)
Perinatal Mood Disorders (12:46)
Breastfeeding basics and assistance (81:19)
Supporting Moms Through Effective Communication (8:06)
Module Summary (5:38)
Module 2 Quiz
Module 2.2: Postpartum Nutrition
Section Introduction (2:20)
Understanding Postpartum Nourishment (3:49)
Building a Nourishing Postpartum Meal (2:23)
Important Nutrients During Postpartum Recovery (3:18)
Nourishment During Breastfeeding and Pumping (2:12)
Practical Postpartum Meal Support (1:42)
Cultural Postpartum Nourishment (1:31)
Special Situations and Referral (1:47)
Creating a Postpartum Nourishment Plan (1:26)
Common Postpartum Nutrition Myths (1:26)
Meal Prep Lab: Mindset and Simple Meals (5:22)
Meal Prep Lab: Batch Prep, Fridge and Pantry (2:08)
Meal Prep Lab: Diets, Allergies and Food Safety (3:07)
The 20-Minute Challenge and Final Case Study (2:18)
Handouts
Course Quiz
Module 3: Newborn Care
Common concerns of new parents (2:01)
Newborn procedures (2:29)
Newborn characteristics (5:21)
Newborn behaviors (9:18)
Newborn holding techniques (10:09)
Newborn feeding and burping techniques (18:51)
Swaddling a newborn (3:31)
Bathing a newborn (10:24)
Dressing a newborn (3:29)
Understanding newborn health (23:10)
Newborn diaper changing and hygiene (7:02)
Soothing a fussy baby (21:15)
Newborn sleep and safety (19:02)
How to help Mom bond with her newborn (1:09)
Twin & Overnight Doula Care (107:40)
Summary of Newborns Care (7:52)
Module 3 Quiz
Module 4: Infant Care
Understanding infants and their needs (4:26)
Infant feeding guidelines (6:11)
Infant diaper changing and hygiene (0:48)
Safe sleeping practices for infants (2:08)
Soothing an infant (3:56)
Child development (3:39)
Child learning routines (4:14)
Tummy Time (5:48)
How to develop consistent sleep routine (2:23)
Age-appropriate play activities (3:23)
Summary of Infant Care (8:47)
Module 4 Quiz
Module 5: Toddler Care
Toddler milestones (4:27)
Understanding toddlers and their needs (3:47)
Toddler nutrition (5:39)
Bathing a toddler (1:53)
Toilet learning (5:06)
Dressing toddlers (1:43)
Soothing a crying toddler (3:17)
Healthy sleeping practices for toddlers (2:50)
Child learning routines (1:23)
Age-appropriate play (3:00)
Sibling Adjustment (2:07)
Toddler conflict resolution (2:52)
Module 5 Summary (5:38)
Module 5 Quiz
Module 6: Household Management
Cleaning and organizing (1:50)
Laundry and dishwashing (0:44)
Meal planning and preparation (6:15)
Module 6 Quiz
Module 7: Basic Safety
Basic safety guidelines (4:25)
Module 7 Quiz
Module 8: Communication and Professionalism
Effective communication skills (30:33)
Setting boundaries and expectations (3:37)
How to avoid imposing your views and beliefs (0:59)
Maintaining professionalism in the workplace (1:50)
Handling difficult situations (1:44)
Cultural values and child rearing styles (5:31)
Interviewing for fit and next steps (34:57)
How to practice self-care (2:05)
Module 8 Quiz
Module 9: Establishing and growing your business
Business Essentials (14:26)
Final evaluation: Part 1
Final examination - Part 1
Final examination - Part 2
Next steps after passing online exam
Optional: Registration for mentoring/ quarterly hands on practice sessions and Q&A
Outline of next steps (2:01)
Sample scenarios for interview/written exam
A guide to help you write your essays. With step-by-step instructions and a fill-in-the-blank option.
Written exam in lieu of interview
Written Exam
Business launch bundle
Sample resume, contracts, invoices and educational handouts to launch your business and support families (1:15)
Doula Business Launch Tracker: A practical Excel workbook for an organized business launch plan. (1:21)
The Doula’s Guide to Growing Your Client Base and Creating Lasting Relationships (0:49)
Various employment types for doulas (1:21)
Doula pricing calculator: On how much to charge your client (4:41)
Community Resource List for Download (0:23)
Join Newmom.me Academy whatsapp community and connect with your fellow students and graduates.
Agency Application Toolkit
Doula agency finder and outreach toolkit
Working With a Doula Agency: What to Know Before You Apply or Sign a Contract
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