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Birth Doula Training Program
Birth Doula Course Manual
For Download: Birth Doula Course Manual
Module 1: Introduction to Birth Doula Training
Course Setup Instructions (4:28)
Introduction to the Course (2:06)
Roles and Responsibilities (5:53)
HIPAA Best Practices for Doulas (3:13)
History and Evolution of Doula Care (2:13)
Impact of Modern Medicine on Birth Practices (6:33)
Modern Doula Movement (3:50)
Inclusive Language Practices (8:04)
Module 1 Quiz
Module 2: Understanding Pregnancy
Download and Read: Glossary of Medical Terms
Anatomy of the Reproductive System (7:51)
Physiology of Conception and Pregnancy (9:11)
Physical and Hormonal Changes During Pregnancy (6:20)
Stages of Pregnancy (1:45)
Changes in the Body During Pregnancy (22:59)
Reproductive Justice (5:50)
History of Systemic Inequities (12:58)
Fertility and assisted reproduction (7:31)
Prenatal tests & vaccinations (13:05)
Doulas Role in Supporting Pregnancy (32:57)
Preparing for labor (13:43)
Module 2 Quiz: Essay
Module 2 Quiz: Multiple choice questions
Module 3: Labor and Birth
Physiology of birth (41:45)
Body Changes Before and During Labor (22:33)
Fetal positions and cardinal movements (29:58)
Modes and settings of birth (11:06)
Types of childbirth mode of delivery & intervention level - Vaginal Medicated and Unmedicated Birth (41:15)
Types of childbirth mode of delivery & intervention level - Induced and assisted Birth (30:58)
Types of childbirth mode of delivery & intervention level - Cesarean Birth (C-Section) (38:01)
Types of childbirth mode of delivery & intervention level - VBAC (7:22)
Factors affecting labor (6:19)
Signs and stages of labor and childbirth - Prodromal labor (9:42)
Signs and stages of labor and childbirth - Stage 1 of labor (19:39)
Signs and stages of labor and childbirth - Stage 2 of labor (23:58)
Vaginal tearing and Episiotomy (10:39)
Signs and stages of labor and childbirth - Stage 3 of labor (9:47)
Signs and stages of labor and childbirth - Stage 4 of labor (7:10)
Birth preparation and exercises at home (11:31)
Module 3 Quiz
Module 4: EMPATHY model & how doulas support in each stage of labor using this model
What is EMPATHY model? (4:50)
EMPATHY: Latent Phase (Stage 1) (29:46)
EMPATHY: Active Phase (Stage 1) Part 1 (120:52)
EMPATHY: Active Phase (Stage 1) Part 2 (34:57)
EMPATHY: Transition phase (Stage 1) (29:47)
EMPATHY: Pushing & Birth (Stage 2) (76:45)
EMPATHY: Birth of Placenta (Stage 3) (31:45)
EMPATHY: Immediate Postpartum Care (Stage 4) (20:59)
Module 4 Quiz
Module 5: Communication for Birth Doulas
Effective Communication (8:00)
Crisis Communication (24:00)
Stillbirth & loss awareness (4:28)
Module 5 Quiz
Module 6: Navigating Birth Environments: Hospitals, Birth Centers, and Home Birth
Birth Environments Overview (1:52)
Module 7: Anti racism and Bias awareness
Anti-Racism & Bias Awareness in Healthcare (5:19)
Module 7 Quiz
Module 8: Informed Consent & Advocacy
The Advocacy Connection (2:41)
Informed Refusal (2:06)
Cultural Sensitivity (3:02)
Different Women, Different Bodies (8:00)
LGBTQIA+ birth experiences — how to support trans, nonbinary, or queer clients giving birth. (4:02)
Module 8 Quiz
Module 9: Trauma-Informed Support
Trauma-Informed Support (5:19)
Practical Tools for Inclusive Doula Practice (8:00)
Module 9 Quiz
Module 10: Postpartum Care
Postpartum Support (7:45)
Breast/Chestfeeding (5:01)
Module 10 quiz
Module 11: The Business of Being a Doula
Documentation (8:00)
Branding, Marketing, Pricing (8:00)
Contracts, Legal Considerations (8:00)
Recordkeeping & Scheduling (8:00)
Navigating Insurance, Medicaid, or Employer Benefits (like Carrot) — basic overview of how reimbursement may work. (8:00)
Using Technology — scheduling, virtual support, maintaining boundaries on messaging apps, etc. (8:00)
Interview skills and finding back ups (8:00)
Doula practice/employment types (8:00)
Module 12: Doula Resilience & Certification
Self-Care & Burnout Prevention (8:00)
Debriefing and Reflection (8:00)
Certification & Practicum Guidelines (8:00)
Doula lifestyle considerations (8:00)
Creating a resource list (8:00)
Final evaluation: Part 1
Final examination - Part 1
Final examination - Part 2
Final examination - Part 3
Open book Essays
Next steps after passing online exam
Outline of next steps (2:01)
Sample scenarios for interview/written exam
Sample resume, contracts, invoices and educational handouts to launch your business and support families
The Doula’s Guide to Growing Your Client Base and Creating Lasting Relationships
Community Resource List for Download
Outline of next steps (2:01)
Upload Birth Client References
Thank you
What happens after completing all the steps
LGBTQIA+ birth experiences — how to support trans, nonbinary, or queer clients giving birth.
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