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The Role of a Postpartum Doula

Video Welcome! What is a Postpartum Doula?
Book Report List
The Role of the Postpartum Doula.pdf
The Professional Image & Attire of a Postpartum Doula.pdf
A Woman Who Serves Doula Scope.pdf
Questions to Consider Assignment
The Mom

Instructions
The Postpartum Body and Hormones.mp4
The Making of a Mother & Adjustments.mp4
Contraception Methods.mp4
Warning Signs in Postpartum Recovery.pdf
The Dad

The Dad.mp4
How to Support a Dad Postpartum
Dads With Postpartum Depression
Ways Dad Can Support Postpartum Handout.pdf
The Dad Postpartum.pdf
Resources for Dads PPD Handout.pdf
The Baby

The Baby-Microbiome, Common Procedures, Circumcision.mp4
Newborn Vaccines, SIDS, Co-Sleeping.mp4
Baby Birthmarks, Skin Conditons, Milestones.mp4
Resource Links
Assignment-Handout on BRAIN Model
Newborn Care

Newborn Swaddling.mp4
Soothing Babies.MOV
Baby Wearing Wraps.MOV
The Five S's For Soothing Baby.pdf
Infant Swaddling Guide.pdf
Therapeutic Benefit of Babywearing.pdf
Safety for Babywearing.pdf
Baby-Wearing-Info-Graphic.pdf
Why Does A Baby Cry?
Colic in a Baby
Infant Massage.mp4
Cloth Diapers
Benefits and Risks of Pacifiers
Assignment-Baby Supplies Infographic
Baby Stool Differences
Diaper Cream Options for Rashes
Preventing and Detecting Cause of Rash
Homemade Baby Wipes.pdf
Homemade Diaper Cream.pdf
Benefits of Skin to Skin Care & Assignment
Infant Sleep.mp4
Giving Baby a Bath
Assignment-Infant Sleep Methods
Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions.mp4
Understanding Bloodborne Pathogens
Responding to Exposure to a Bloodborne Pathogen
Proper Handwashing
How to Properly Remove Gloves
Food Safety
Safety With Household Chemicals
Protecting the Family From Illness
Assignment-Protocols
Infant CPR, Choking, and Safety
Cleaning Basics

Cleaning! But you are not a maid!.mp4
Natural Cleaning Options.pdf
Non-Toxic All Purpose Cleaner.pdf
Non-Toxic Glass Cleaner.pdf
Cleaning basics
Assignment-Cleaning Services
A Day in the Life

A Day in the Life of a Pospartum Doula.mp4
Assignment-Hours and Scheduling
Assignment-Postpartum Doula Bag
Community Support

Community Networking.mp4
Assignment-Community Resource List
It Takes a Village!
Reminder
Communication Skills

Note to Birth Doulas
Communication Skills.mp4
Communication Skills.pdf
It's Not About the Nail
Cultural and Non-Verbal Communication Challenges
How to Diffuse an Emotional Situation
Assignment-Communication
Physical Support

Postpartum Physical Support.mp4
Herbal Sitz Bath.pdf
Hemorrhoids Sitz Bath.pdf
Postpartum Belly Cream.pdf
Benefits and Risks of Belly Binding
Emotional Support

Emotional Support.mp4
Studies and Resources
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.pdf
ppd-infographic.pdf
Calming Anxiety.pdf
Calming Techniques.MOV
Domestic Violence Resources
Postpartum Nutrition

Postpartum Nutrition.mp4
Meal Ideas
Emotions in Eating
Assignment-Nutrition
The Interview

The Interview .MOV
Interview Questions.pdf
Assignment-Making Your Contract
Determining Prices
Business and Marketing

Branding
Registering Your Business
Webpages and Social Media
Setting Up an LLC
Liability Insurance
DBA (Doing Business As)
Taxes
Making a Business Plan
Networking/Building Your Clientele
Advertising Ideas
Resolving Client Disputes
Follow-Up With Clients
Logo T-Shirts, Totes, and Stickers
Postpartum Doula First Clients

Assignment
AWWS Postpartum Client Worksheet.docx
Client Review.pdf
Lactation

Welcome!
Composition of Human Milk
Resources for Study/Assignment
Breastfeeding 3D Animation
The Process and Benefits of Mother's Milk.mp4
How Latch Affects Flow
Good Breastfeeding Latch
How a Baby Latches
Breastfeeding Holds
Breastfeeding Positions
More Breastfeeding Positions
Breast Compression
Baby Drinking Well
Helping Baby Get a Good Latch.mp4
Assignment-Video of Practice of Breastfeeding Holds
Milk Supply and Feeding Habits.mp4
Breastfeeding Preemies
Breastfeeding Multiples
Breastfeeding After Surgery
Lactation After Infant Loss
Relactation
Relactation Protocol
Assignment-Evaluate a Breastfeeding Class
Visual Guide to Breastfeeding
Common Lactation Challenges

Nipple Pain
When Nipple Pain is Thrush (Candida) AKA Yeast Infection
Nipple Pain Vasospasm & Raynaud's Phenomenon
Tongue Lip Tie.mp4
Tongue Tie Resources
Milk Blisters (Blebs)
Cleft Palate
Clogged Milk Ducts
Mastitis
Jaundice
Slow Weight Gain
Allergies
GER(D) or Reflux
Low Milk Supply
Oversupply
Diseases That May Pass Through Breast Milk
Social and Cultural Challenges in Breastfeeding

Social and Cultural Lactation Challenges.mp4
Reading Materials & Assignment-Report on Cultural Challenges
Medications & Herbs During Breastfeeding

Medications
Galactagogues.mp4
Common List of Galactagogues
Assignment-List of Compatible Meds While Breastfeeding
Pumping Milk

Choosing a Breast Pump.pdf
When and How Long to Pump
Breast Pumping in the Workplace Rights
History of Breast Pumps
Choosing Correct Breast Shield (Flange) Size
Breast Pumping Sample Schedule
Proper Storage and Preparation of Breast Milk
Bottle Feeding

Bottle Feeding As A Postpartum Doula
Safe Storage and Preparation of Formula
Paced Feeding and Positioning of Bottle
Natural Formula Recipe Alternative
Assignment-Formula Products
Counseling Skills

Counseling Without Diagnosing.mp4
Example Intake Forms
Being A Detective
Lactation Client Assignment

Assignment
AWWS Lactation Client Worksheet.docx
AWWS Lactation Client Review.pdf
Final Quiz

Final Quiz

The Role of a Postpartum Doula

In this section you will be learning what a postpartum does or doesn't do and what to expect in the course!

6 Lessons