Doula Program
This is for you wonderful souls who feel a calling to walk alongside women, humans and families as they birth their babies. For those of you who want to create safe spaces and offer support as your clients choose where and how to birth.
If postpartum is your passion we are here for you too.
We have developed an incredible Doula Training Program, lead by exceptional Doulas and UK Birth Activists, with long term ongoing business support as you begin your practise.
We are proud to announce that our Doula Program has been granted accreditation by the Federation of Antenatal Educators (FEDANT), a widely recognised and respected accrediting body in the education sector.
Our training is live online so you can attend from anywhere in the UK, with options to meet in person throughout the course and beyond. If you know there is a Doula in you, sign up to be first to get all the details!
What does a Doula do?
At The Perinatal Academy we think of Doulas as Birth Companions, who walk alongside expectant parents for much longer than just their labour journey. Doulas offer information, a non judgmental listening ear, practical, physical and emotional support in pregnancy, birth and the newborn days.
Some people think that Doulas are only for the super rich, or for parents who only want to free birth, the truth is there is a Doula that would suit every family and being one can have the most positive effect on a families experience, and your own fulfilment!
Being a Doula is a calling and heart led work, usually a case of when not if. You have probably have already been caring, advocating and nurturing people in one way or another throughout your life. You may have had a life experience that set you on this path, but if the desire is in you you are well on your way to fulfilling it.
For more information about what your life as a Doula could look like for you and your family, earning potential, first steps and more, get a copy of our brochure below
Your Doula Guides
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LISA HARRIS
Lisa is a birth and postnatal doula. Coming from an NHS background, she has developed her passion for all things perinatal over the past 12 years - beginning as a peer supporter to other mums, working with the Royal College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, setting up her own antenatal business and now finding her “home” as a doula working both privately and as a volunteer. Lisa has also set up a charity offering free antenatal education in her local community.
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MARS LORD
Mars is a coach and birth activist. A triple award winning doula, mentor, educator and coach with over 18 years experience, Mars is in high demand, both in the UK and across the world, as a speaker, trainer and Inclusion Consultant to several large companies causing them to look deep into their practise to make systemic and structural change. Mars has been at the birth of hundreds of babies, her rich knowledge and depth of experience is unmatched.
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ATOSA STEDMAN
Atosa is a passionate birth and postnatal doula, hypnobirthing antenatal teacher, and mindful breastfeeding practitioner. After the birth of her first child in 2018, Atosa recognised the profound impact that antenatal education and a supportive doula can have on the experience of birth and the mental and physical wellbeing during the perinatal period. Realising that her previous work no longer aligned with her values, in 2020 she transitioned into a career dedicated to supporting birthing families.
Why the world needs more Doulas
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As a Doula, you will be a birth companion, you can offer emotional, practical and physical support to a mother, birthing person and their family as they need it. A Doula is one of the oldest most nurturing professions we know of!
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We don’t sugar coat the status of our maternity system. It’s in crisis. Inductions, interventions and abdominal births continuously on the rise, we are moving further and further from physiology being the norm. Doulas support families so they are able to make their own choices about their birthing experience, to help them achieve what is right for them and not the system.
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Look at the stats! We have evidence to show that Doulas can reduce risk of Caesarean birth, instrumental birth, painkillers or epidural during birth, reduce induction of labour and make labour shorter. They can also increase the likelihood of breastfeeding successfully! HUGE!
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We have heard many nickname for Doulas including ‘Superheros, Angels and Sisters’ We love these and totally get it. A Doula can be life changing for a family, and the support can contribute to deep healing. Doula’s make a difference to parents, their family and the community they serve in. It’s a ripple effect and so needed in our society.
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Doulas hold & nurture parents. Parents need and deserve to be held. Doula’s can also hold & nurture babies, when their parents need them too.
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Doulas offer continuity of care that we know is proven to improve outcomes for parents and that we lack in the UK. A Doula can encourage parents to use their voice and be heard. The demand for Doulas is growing as we face a maternity system in crisis, where many families need support to navigate a system which often feels against them
Is it time?
Is it time?
Our Doula Investment: £1,345
£1450 with 0ptional in person day
Live online learning takes place over 4 months, with self study and reflection to accompany it.
Payment plans available
Also includes membership to The Perinatal Collective for ongoing support, access to our educators, further learning and development