Module ONE
Spacious stillness
What is a doula?
Mama Bamba Ethics and Standards of Practice
Significance of birth & its long-term impact
Physiology of labour & hormones of labour
Doula’s role in the various stages of labour
Becoming calm and centered
Guiding your clients in releasing resistance
Techniques for emotional care
Module TWO
Hospitals and how to negotiate the space
The birth partner’s role
A doula’s role in difficult labours and informed decision making
C-section & VBAC
Listening skills
Module THREE
Sacred birth and the incoming soul
Newborn care
An introduction to breastfeeding
Postnatal care
PPMD
Module FOUR
Cultural competency
Sexual abuse
Death & grief
Module FIVE
The business of being a doula
Prenatal care and birth plans
Looking after the doula
Post course support
Review, closing & feedback