What Kind Of Training Do Doulas Receive?
There are several professional organizations that train doulas. Many offer certification to doulas who meet the correct criteria. A typical training will involve attending a lengthy workshop, independent study of related books and materials, attending a certain number of births, and participation in a childbirth education class. Certification may require demonstration of knowledge gained in the form of an exam or essay and preparation of papers indicating required experience. While some doulas are mothers themselves and others are not, all have a heart for women and a passion for birth.
