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Innerstanding Birthwork 
An Intermediate Doula Training

Innerstanding Birthwork, Intermediate Doula Training (IBT) is a three-day, culturally sensitive training curated to help birthworkers navigate the various dynamics of supporting black families  during the journey of pregnancy and immediate postpartum. This Full-Circle intermediate doula training includes comprehensive knowledge of antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum,  designed to supplement  the newly trained birthworker with more skills to help them  better assist birthing families.

**Previous doula  training recommended.
2023 Training Dates:
February 24th - 26th
June  23rd - 25th
October 20th -22nd
June 23 - 25. 2023 | 10:00am - 4:00pm each day

Early Bird $550 ends May 31, 2023 | Registration $750 ends June 21, 2023

“...the MOST TRUSTED, THE GREATEST, AND MOST KNOWLEDGEABLE TRAINING EVER. All of you guys were amazing so very informative. Thank you all so much and please please let me know when you have more training available"

Course Outline

Antepartum

Basic Anatomy & Terminology

Herbal Options  & Supplements 

Basic Understanding of Pregnancy Labs

The Art of Belly Mapping

Prenatal Visits and What to Expect

Exploring Estimated Due Dates

Cultivating a Birth Plan

Intrapartum

Exploring the Hospital Room

Birth Rights and Hospital Policies

Know Your Drugs

Supporting Inductions

Supporting Epidural births

Supporting VBACs

Assisting with Malpositioning

Postpartum

Planning for Postpartum 

Breastfeeding Support

Postparum Warning Signs 

Recognizing Perinatal/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD)

Physical and Pelvic Floor Therapy

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