doula
Do you need a doula if your partner receives birth partner training?
Here at HelloBirth, we are certainly in favor of a strong support system. In an ideal scenario, that almost always includes a doula. We believe in high-quality training and support for doulas and we believe everyone deserves access to a doula. A doula is a specially trained and/or experienced supporter. There are benefits to that…
Read More4 reasons why “birthing person” is an inclusive term to use in your practice as a doula or childbirth educator
When we first created the HelloBirth hypnobirthing concept and began crafting our content and curriculum design, one of the issues at the forefront of our minds was the exclusion of certain groups of under-represented people from a part of life that literally everyone experiences: birth and being born. If you’re a doula or a childbirth…
Read More5 reasons birth doulas should consider learning hypnobirthing
Is hypnobirthing a useful skill for doulas? Yes! Here’s why. Researching how to become a birth doula? Doula work has become a prominent field in the last 5 years and that’s really exciting! Well-trained doulas make a huge impact on improving healthcare outcomes. There are a variety of ways to act in the doula role.…
Read MoreEarn what you deserve: hypnobirthing teacher and doula salary expectations
Let’s have a real frank conversation. Birth workers don’t often enter the field expecting to make a boat load of money. A lot of us left other higher-paying jobs for a variety of reasons. The prospect of doing something you love always feels exciting. Better yet, something that can make a positive impact. But you…
Read MoreHow to find your doula match
So you’ve decided to hire a doula! How do you find your doula match? We’ve got a simple formula. You might have been looking for suggested questions to ask your doula or how to know if you’ve found a good doula match. For instance, if you have taken a particular approach to preparing for birth…
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