In this section you will be learning what a postpartum does or doesn't do and what to expect in the course!
The physical, emotional, and mental state of mom matters. We holistically serve the mother as a whole person.
In this module we will explore changes in the postpartum body, hormones, adjustments to life with a newborn, contraception and natural family planning, and the unique situations and challenges of motherhood.
In this section, we discuss the needs of the father during the postpartum period, how he can be supported, and how he can support the mother.
In this section we explore the beginning stages of a baby, the microbiome, common procedures, milestones, skin and birthmarks, circumcision, vaccines, SIDS, and safe co-sleeping.
This module is loaded with information about newborn care: Soothing a baby with colic, diaper options, diaper rash cream and wipes natural options and preventative tips, swaddling, baby wearing, infant massage, and other calming techniques and attachment/bonding style techniques.
All about safety! How to protect yourself and your clients from harmful pathogens and illness, food safety, cleaning safety, proper hand washing, etc.
Learn cleaning basics as a postpartum doula and recipes on how to make non-toxic cleaning solutions!
How to schedule your hours as a postpartum doula and what to carry in your bag of supplies!
Learn how to network with other providers in your community to grow your business and provide resources for your clients and prepare a community list of resources to share with others!
Learn how to communicate with empathy and grace, diffuse an emotional situation, when to offer advice and when to listen, how to communicate verbally, non-verbally, and in written form.
Stitches, tears, swelling, constipation, hemorrhoids, incontinence, bleeding, uterine cramps-all the questions about discomforts that will come up after giving birth! Learn how to support your client with physical comfort techniques, including herbal remedies, and how to answer their questions such as, "Is this normal?"
Learn how to support your client emotionally and spiritually, how to recognize the signs of postpartum depression, anxiety, and PTSD, and what kind of resources and referrals to provide.
Learn from a natural minded approach what a mom can eat postpartum to get the most optimal nutrition for recovery, strengthening of the body, and successful breastfeeding. Also learn about which herbs can boost her nutrition during this transitional period in her body.
What does the interview process look like and what do you say and do when a client contacts you asking for a consult to find out more about your services? Learn how to have a worry-free and successful interview process!
How do you start your business and advertise to find clients? We will explore all the basics of business, legal considerations, and marketing so you can get things off to a wonderful start!
Now that you have completed the postpartum section of the program, it's time to begin seeking out your first clients and reporting back on your experience!