Module ONE
- Spacious stillness
- What is a doula?
- Ethics and Scope of Practice
- Significance of birth & its long-term impact
- Physiology of labour
- Doula’s role in the various stages of labour
- Becoming calm and centered
- Techniques for emotional care
Module TWO
- Hospitals and how to negotiate the space
- A doula’s role in difficult labours and informed decision making
- C-section & VBAC
- The birth partner’s role
- Listening skills
- Trust
Module THREE
- Prenatal care and birth plans
- Newborn care
- An introduction to breastfeeding
- Postnatal care
- PPMD
Module FOUR
- Sacred birth and the incoming soul
- Cultural competency
- Sexual abuse
- Death & grief
Module FIVE
- Looking after the doula
- The business of being a doula
- Post course support
- Review, closing & feedback
