Classes:
Birth Doula Workshop - $700.00
Fulfills two requirements for ACED birth doula certification: Introduction to Childbirth for Doulas and Birth Doula Workshop
PREREQUISITES: Read The Birth Partner (Penny Simkin)
Basics of Breastfeeding Education
Fulfills ACED’s Breastfeeding Education requirement for birth doula certification
Schedule:
Thursday, April 18
Birth Doula Workshop: Day 1
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Basics of Breastfeeding Education
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Friday, April 19
Birth Doula Workshop: Day 2
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday, April 20
Birth Doula Workshop: Day 3
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location:
The Doula Foundation
1901 E Meadowmere St
Springfield, MO 65804
Prerequisite Reading:
The Birth Partner (5th Edition) by Penny Simkin
Can be ordered online through various book suppliers; may be available used or at local libraries
New audiobook version available
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Birth-Partner-Complete-Childbirth-Companions/dp/B08W5BLNFD
What to Bring:
Several short breaks will be given through each day as well as a 1-hour break for lunch. ACED does not provide lunch.
Dress comfortably. You will be practicing labor and birth positions during class.
Our tuition costs include course manuals and workbooks, which we provide at the workshop for you to keep and take notes in.
We encourage you to bring your own note-taking supplies.
Registration & Payment:
A registration deposit (Payment #1 of 2) is required to enroll and is non-refundable.
After completing registration, your balance payment (Payment #2 of 2) is due April 5 and should be completed below.
Early payment discounts are automatically applied to balance payments made before March 18, 2024