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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
Doula Business Launch Tracker: A practical Excel workbook for an organized business launch plan.
The Doula’s Guide to Growing Your Client Base and Creating Lasting Relationships
Various employment types for doulas
Doula pricing calculator: On how much to charge your client (3:57)
Community Resource List for Download
Join Newmom.me Academy whatsapp community and connect with your fellow students and graduates.
Agency Application Toolkit
Doula agency finder toolkit
Working With a Doula Agency: What to Know Before You Apply or Sign a Contract
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