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S7E2 - Thinking About Becoming a Doula? Start Here for Your Step By Step Guide to Choosing the Right Doula Training
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Thinking about becoming a doula but feeling overwhelmed by all the different certification programs?
You're not alone.
In this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca walks you through the process of becoming a doula, from deciding what type of doula work you're drawn to, to choosing a training program that aligns with your values and prepares you for the realities of supporting families.
Before diving into today's topic, Bianca also shares a recent birth experience that reignited her frustration with the medical system, medical coercion, and why the doula profession deserves better than outdated weekend training models.
If you've been comparing doula trainings, wondering what "full spectrum" actually means, or trying to figure out where to start, this episode is for you.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why Bianca believes the weekend doula training model is failing both doulas and families
- What "full spectrum doula" actually means
- The differences between fertility, birth, postpartum, and loss doulas
- Why understanding the entire reproductive journey makes you a stronger practitioner, even if you specialize
- How to choose a doula training program that reflects your values
- Why mentorship and ongoing education matter more than collecting certificates
- The four practical steps to becoming a confident, ethical doula
Whether you're simply curious about doula work or you're ready to enroll in training, this episode will help you move forward with confidence.
Mentioned in this episode
Stop Weekend Doula Trainings Open Letter
https://bebomia.com/stopweekendtrainings
FREE Guide: Thinking About Doula Training? Start Here
https://bebomia.com/ultimateebook
Thinking About Birth Doula Training?
https://bebomia.com/birthdoula
Explore the bebo mia Full Spectrum Doula Certification
https://bebomia.com/doulatraining
The Doula Truth Tool
https://bebomia.com/truthtool
www.bebomia.com
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