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What is a doula? I want to FIND a doula. Parents, DONA International can help you connect with a professional, highly skilled birth or postpartum doula in your area. CERTIFIED DOULA DIRECTORY I want to BECOME a doula. It’s an incredible time to start your journey as a birth or postpartum doula. Let’s explore this path together. TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION I AM a doula. We’d love to have you join thousands of doulas around the world as a member of DONA International. MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION The Benefits of a Doula Learn about how a DONA certified doula can help you have a better birth or postpartum experience. Doula Benefits The DONA Advantage DONA International is the world’s most respected certifying organization for a reason. Learn more Training and Certification Is it your time to jump into this incredible field? DONA International can help prepare you for long-term success as a doula. Become a Doula Continuing Education Already working as a doula and want to learn more? Check out our DONA approved advanced trainings! Approved Continuing Ed “If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it.” Dr. John H. Kennell DONA International Founder We’re Here for You DONA International is member driven and we are here to support you! Connect with the professional staff in our home office, a member of the board of directors or your state/regional representative. Let’s Connect Continuing Education DONA International offers in person and online on-demand webinars for continuing education for our doulas and birth professionals alike! We are thrilled to bring our 2020 conference to the beautiful Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Visit our annual conference website and continuing education page to find a learning experience to enhance your doula skills (practice) or doula business. DONA International 2020 Summit Continuing Education Information Reporters and Editors… Let’s talk! Every week, DONA International is contacted by reporters and editors around the world. As representatives of the world’s leading doula organization, we’d love to talk as we increase awareness about the benefits of doula support to families globally! DONA International and our doulas have contributed to many articles including pieces by The New York Times , Essence magazine , The Washington Post , The Bump , Fit Pregnancy , and more! Let’s Connect! The DONA Doula Chronicles Blog COVID-19 & Doulas – DONA International Recommendations Mar 12, 2020 DONA International understands that COVID-19 is affecting the world in a unique way, and therefore we are providing information and support to our members and birth-workers globally in relation to COVID-19 as it relates to our work. Doulas are an important part of the... read more Register Now for the DONA International Leadership Summit 2019 and Receive Early Bird Prices Jun 13, 2019 DONA International has exciting plans for the DONA International Leadership Summit in Houston, TX, USA, and you are invited. The first thing you should do is hold the dates October 3-5, 2019 on your calendar so that you know you are free to attend. Then read below for... read more Meet Ginger Breedlove, Editor of “Nobody Told Me about That: The First Six Weeks” Jun 6, 2019 It’s been often said that we don’t know what we don’t know. That statement rings true during the postpartum period and most especially during those first six weeks if you are a new parent. There’s a new book on the scene which seeks to bring to light many of the... read more Postpartum Preeclampsia: Risk after Delivery Remains May 28, 2019 By Eleni Tsigas, Chief Executive Officer, Preeclampsia Foundation May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month. Preeclampsia is one of the three largest causes of maternal mortality in the USA and around the world. Postpartum doulas are in a unique position to encourage... read more Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) More Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) 35 E. Wacker Dr., Ste. 850 Chicago, IL 60601-2106 (888) 788-DONA (3662) Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST Subscribe DONA International's blog will keep you updated on a variety of topics important to our profession. Subscribe to receive updates right in your inbox! Email Address Explore What Is A Doula? DONA Membership Certification & Development Blog & News Find A Doula Copyright © 2020 DONA International Member Login Contact Sitemap Privacy Policy...