Doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible. According to research, women who utilized birth doulas are less likely to need Pitocin, less likely to have a cesarean birth, less likely to use pain medication, and more likely to rate their childbirth as a positive experience. Doulas may be employed by a facility or practice independently and start a business. Our participants will be certified through DONA International.

Hire a BPSP Doula

BPSP Graduate Directory

• • 18 years of age
  • Strong interest in working with childbearing families
  • Highschool/GED
  • Must not have been previously certified as a DONA birth doula, or postpartum doula
  • Must reside in one of the following counties: Butts, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, Dekalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding, or Rockdale
  • Must agree to attend a minimum of 3/5 bi-monthly training sessions
  • Must be able to attend a mandatory DONA credentialing workshop
  • Applicant must demonstrate a commitment to becoming a credentialed doula within the 12 month time period
  • Cohort members cannot be staff members of HMHBGA and/or collaborating organizations

The program allows for women to practice on their own time, to become credentialed over a period of time that suits their current work or life schedules, and encourage individuals to develop entrepreneurial skillsets to gain new clients and partners to build their practice. Throughout the workshops, we will bring in professionals to discuss the following topics in order to assure each participant has the information they need to fully develop their practice and opportunities for economic self-sufficiency:

• • Personal Branding
  • Networking
  • Insurance and Reimbursement
  • Business Planning & Financial Management

In addition to the trainings listed above, cohort members will be matched with an experienced professional to serve as a mentor throughout the duration of the project.

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