Birth Work Training and Skills
Mind. Body. Baby.
A nurturing, culturally rooted approach that honors emotional, physical, and ancestral postpartum wellness for the new mother or caregiver.
OUR PILLARS OF SUPPORT
Presence over perfection.
Compassion before correction.
Listening louder than fixing.
Every family, every story, every loss will be honored.
A postpartum doula is NOT a nanny, a housekeeper or healthcare professional. We hold the mother while she holds her baby.
The Structure Mind, Body Baby
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Mind
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Trauma-informed support
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Birth story listening & emotional processing
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Gentle care for postpartum mood shifts
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Navigating boundaries & family dynamics
Body
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Cultural postpartum traditions
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Postpartum bodywork (belly wrapping, herbal care, touch therapy)
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Daily doula flow: home rhythms, household help, and partner support
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Closing the bones, ritual baths, and remembrance practices
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Support after surgical birth, chestfeeding, or physical trauma
Baby
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Lactation & Infant Feeding Basics
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Norms & Abnormals
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Infant Massage Techniques For Bonding
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Newborn care: diapering, feeding, bathing, soothing
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Loss support: miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss
We Will Explore
Foundations and Hands On Practice
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The Postpartum Physiology & Emotional Landscape
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Holistic Comfort Measures & Bodywork Basics
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Lactation & Infant Feeding Basics
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Creating Culturally Sensitive, Trauma-Informed Care
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​Nutrition & Herbal Allies for Recovery
Newborn Care and Daily Doula Practices
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Reading Newborn Cues & Soothing Rhythms
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Diapering, Bathing & Umbilical Cord Care
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Doula Routines: What Postpartum Doulas Actually Do
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​Sibling & Family Adjustment Support
Advanced Support, Business Skills and Self Care
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Nutrition & Herbal Allies for Recovery
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Sleep Support & Infant Regulation Techniques
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Case Studies & Role-Play Practicum
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Business Foundations & Self-Care for Doulas
Pregnancy, Infant Loss and Bereavement Support for Doulas
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Understanding Loss: Types, Timing & Impact
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What Bereavement Doula Support Looks Like
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Cultural & Spiritual Dimensions of Loss
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Self-Care, Vicarious Grief & Doula Support Circles
What you will gain
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Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive Care Skills
Gain the tools to support diverse families with empathy, awareness, and nonjudgmental presence. You’ll learn how to create emotionally safe, respectful postpartum spaces rooted in inclusivity and healing. -
Hands-On Newborn & Family Care Techniques
Build confidence through guided practice in diapering, infant soothing, herbal baths, feeding support, and daily in-home rhythms. Learn not just what to do — but how to teach, model, and empower new parents with grace. -
Sacred Space Holding for Loss, Grief, and Transition
Our dedicated bereavement support module prepares you to compassionately walk beside families experiencing miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. You'll receive gentle tools for remembrance rituals, emotional presence, and practical care during times of grief. -
Emphasis on Whole-Person Wellness — for Clients and Doulas
Learn holistic approaches to postpartum healing, including massage, belly binding, herbal support, and emotional processing — while also exploring how to care for yourself, set boundaries, and avoid burnout. -
Comprehensive Certification-Ready Curriculum
Complete a training that prepares you not only with practical doula skills, but with confidence to begin your business, offer care with clarity, and join a growing community of doulas supporting birth justice, maternal wellness, and family restoration.
Certification
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​Is certification immediate upon completion of the IMPACT training program?
​It can be. Certification is always optional but to receive your certificate of completion, you have to complete the requirements for this training. With optimal time management you can receive your certification as early as days to weeks after training. If you are not able to complete the requirements within a one month time frame, that's okay. I understand LIFE HAPPENS!! Simply reach out and ask for a 30 day extension. Our doula training program offers immediate certification without birth attendance because we believe that well-trained, passionate doulas should be able to step into their vital roles without unnecessary delays. There is an opportunity to re-certify every two years with a selection from our
re-certification options here.
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Certification Requirements are:
>>> Payment of Full Tuition
>>> Completion of Full Training
>>> Completion of Sacred Support Journal
>>> Completion of Assignments & Readings​
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Required readings to have handy in your doula bag for future clients and mentorship costs is between $50-$90. I have provided the most cost effective sources with the links below.​
The Handbook for Companioning the Mourner: Eleven Essential Principles
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IMPACT is all inclusive, so you receive everything you need for training in one price except for the books. No need to try to find your own childbirth or breastfeeding class. When you register you will receive:​
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Curated collection of Google Drive resources to view and explore
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Meditations & Affirmation Toolkit
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​Postpartum Workbook Template
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Sacred Journal - These are questions that help organize your thoughts as you work through precertification. I don’t require book reports or write ups. Consider your "why" before training begins and consider what you've learned and how you implement training Into your thriving business.
FAQs
Who is this training for?
This training is designed for aspiring postpartum doulas, current birth professionals, bodyworkers, therapists, caregivers, and anyone called to support families in the sacred window after birth. No prior experience is required — just an open heart and a willingness to learn.
What makes this training holistic and unique?
Our training is rooted in the Mind-Body-Babee™ Model of Care, which honors the full postpartum experience:
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Mind – emotional presence, rest, and storytelling
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Body – hands-on healing, massage, lactation, and herbal care
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Babee – ancestral wisdom, ritual, and sacred transitions
This model brings together modern knowledge and cultural traditions to support deep healing — for both client and caregiver.
Will I be certified after this training?
Yes. Upon completion of all three days and participation in core activities, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion as a Holistic Postpartum Doula trained in the Mind-Body-Babee™ Model of Care. This can support your path toward certification, employment, or starting your own doula business.
What hands-on skills will I learn?
You'll gain experience in:
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Belly wrapping & rebozo bodywork
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Herbal sitz baths, foot soaks, and teas
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Newborn care (diapering, feeding, babywearing, bathing)
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Infant massage
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Emotional support strategies & trauma-informed communication
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Lactation basics & feeding basics and when to refer out
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Setting up postpartum nests and healing environments
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Loss and bereavement care rituals
Is there reading or homework?
Yes — you’ll receive reading checklists, and reflective journaling prompts to support integration. These are designed to deepen your understanding between sessions and prepare you for real-life client work.
Will this training prepare me to support pregnancy or infant loss?
Absolutely. We educate on bereavement and loss care, where you’ll learn how to walk beside grieving families with empathy, ritual, and confidence. We honor all birth outcomes and include training on remembrance, comfort care, and trauma-informed presence.
What should I bring to the training?
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A journal or notebook
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Water bottle, cozy socks, or small comfort item
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Layered, comfortable clothing (we’ll be moving and working on the floor)
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Any special cultural tools or objects you'd like to share for the altar
All other training materials, herbal supplies, and care tools will be provided.
Is this training inclusive and culturally responsive?
Yes. This training is intentionally designed to center Black, Indigenous, and global postpartum traditions, honor diverse spiritual and family structures, and equip doulas with a justice-centered lens. We believe every family deserves care rooted in respect, tradition, and agency.
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What is the cost and do you offer payment plans?
Tuition is $525 for the full 3-day training or 4 Week Training with an in person 2 day skills immersion .
Flexible payment plans are available
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How do I register or ask more questions?
Visit the Enroll Page or email us directly at impactdoulatraining@gmail.com
We’d love to connect with you and help you take the next step on your postpartum care journey.
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How It Works
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Make The Call
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Apply Online & Payment
Let's chat. I understand there are many trainings to choose from, Book a discovery call to answer any questions you may have about training and see if this training is the right fit for you.
Apply online by filling out the application with the link provided. Only 6 participants will be accepted for this training to keep it as intimate as possible. Once you have completed registration you will be directed to make your payment.
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Onboarding
Welcome IMPACTOR!! you will receive a follow up email with video link details, your Sacred Doula Journal and details of the location for the immersion portion of the training,
Investment
Your tuition of $550 USD includes:
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Postpartum Doula Training
5 Week LIVE Postpartum Doula Training
2 Day In Person Immersion of Postpartum Doula Skills & AHA First Aid/CPR Class
1 private mentorship session with Jada​
Access to a robust asynchronous digital learning library
6 months of ongoing monthly mentoriship, community support and connection
A Certificate of Completion recognizing over 30+ hours of training
Payment plans are available.
Getting Started With Calendar For Trainings
Here’s the full schedule so you can plan ahead.
All group Google Meet sessions take place on Thursdays from 5:00–9:00 PM EST
unless otherwise noted. Replays will be available but assignments are still due.
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5 Week HYBRID Postpartum DOULA TRAINING
Week 1
(5-9p)
The Postpartum Physiology & Emotional Landscape
Creating Culturally Sensitive, Trauma-Informed Care
Holistic Comfort Measures & Bodywork Basics
Breastfeeding & Lactation Basics
Week 2
(5-9p)
Sleep Support & Infant Regulation Techniques
Nutrition & Herbal Allies for Recovery
Doula Routines: What Do Postpartum Doulas Actually Do?
Reading Newborn Cues & Soothing Rhythms
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Week 3
(5-9p)
Diapering, Bathing & Umbilical Cord Care
​Case Studies & Role-Play Practicum
Sibling & Family Adjustment Support
Understanding Loss: Types, Timing & Impact
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Week 4
(5-9p)
What Bereavement Doula Support Looks Like
Cultural & Spiritual Dimensions of Loss
Self-Care, Vicarious Grief & Doula Support Circles
Business Basics, Scope of Practice & Ethics, Branding/Marketing​
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Week 5
(10-4p)
2 Day Doula Skills Day & First Aid/CPR Class
