February Initial Preparation - Virtual

Service Description

What does it cover? Some of the topics this course covers are: the role of a postnatal doula; the impact of birth on the postnatal period; supporting a mother/birthing person physically and emotionally after birth; listening and Communication skills; supporting fathers/partners and the wider family; societal Considerations and working alongside the NHS; cultural considerations: supporting black and brown parents, how the postnatal period is framed globally; infant Feeding; inclusion considerations; other situations: eg multiples, prematurity, loss; the Fourth Trimester and responsive routines; matrescence; developing your practice/services; setting up your business; mentoring; and joining Doula UK What else is included? Precoursework to debrief birth stories, begin your grounding and so facilitator can get to know you Online modules to develop self study Postcoursework for reflection and further consolidation of skills One to one over Zoom with facilitator An extensive Manual Certificate of Completion Access to YP Mentoring Scheme Discount on future workshops and courses Babycarrying Workshop with Zoe Crossley Woodman ​