ProDoula Newsletters

Birth related information, doula news, and ProDoula discounts!

THE PRODOULA TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT TEAM HAS GROWN!

As the desire to step into birth and postpartum work grows, so does the need for educators and doula trainers! We are so excited to introduce you to our newest team members. Meet the newest ProDoula Labor Doula Trainers, Kylee Alejandre, Collin Parsons, Teri Hatfield and Meg Smith! (pictured above)

Meet the newest ProDoula Childbirth Educator Trainer, Collin Parsons and the newest ProDoula Postpartum & Infant Care Doula Trainers, Reanna Murphy, Meg Smith, & Tayna Chessman! Our newest trainers are eager to meet you and contribute to your confidence, growth, and success in birth and postpartum work 💚

PRODOULA TRAININGS IN A CITY NEAR YOU!

Alumni are always welcome to attend trainings in person for hands-on continued learning! Don’t see a city near you on the list? Let’s change that! Contact the ProDoula office to bring an in-person training to your area! (914) 400-3494

ARE YOU CONFIDENT WHEN IT COMES TO SELLING POSTPARTUM DOULA SUPPORT?

Created by Randy Patterson, CEO of ProDoula, this Doula Learning Channel course teaches doulas how to clearly communicate their services and pricing. Learners will develop postpartum packages and practice applying these skills in real sales conversations so they feel more confident when speaking with potential clients.

Created by Randy Patterson, this Doula Learning Channel Course is 25 minutes in length.

65 BIRTH WORKERS COMPLETED PRODOULA CERTIFICATION IN FEBRUARY 2026!

✨ Labor Doula: 19
✨ Elite Labor Doula: 1

✨ Postpartum & Infant Care Doula: 40
✨ Advanced Support for Postpartum: 3
✨ Elite Postpartum & Infant Care Doula: 1

✨ Childbirth Educator: 1

Are you growing your doula business the hard way?

Many doulas step into this work thinking writing in facebook groups and minimal effort will bring them clients.

Because people are always having babies right?

But the truth is, nobody is going to come knocking on your door asking you to be their doula.

You have to attract them!

If you’re ready to build a doula business with intention for growth and success, Randy wants to meet you!

WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN … AND BUILDING STRONGER BUSINESSES!

This International Women’s Month, book 4 Doula Business Consultations with Randy Patterson and/or Lisa Davidson and receive a 5th FREE!

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT PRODOULA

“I completed my training this past weekend. Our trainer, Jill McLean did a great job keeping our group engaged in both the curriculum and with each other through role playing and good honest conversations. I feel well equipped as I get ready to start my Postpartum and Infant Care Doula business. Being able to come alongside new families and help them gain the confidence they need to care for this new little life, and all that entails.” – Becky Delp

Trainer: Jill McLean – 8/27/2025 – PA

PRODOULA TRAINERS WANT
TO COME TO YOUR CITY!

By bringing a ProDoula In-Person training to your city you’ll benefit in the following ways:

✔️ Get the hands-on training that builds confidence
✔️ Meet likeminded local birth professionals
✔️ Build relationships with potential backup doulas
✔️ Grow your doula business!
✔️ Set a standard in your area of professionalism
✔️ Elevate the role of doulas locally

Alumni are always welcome to attend trainings in person for hands-on continued learning! Don’t see a city near you on the list? Let’s change that! Contact the ProDoula office to bring an in-person training to your area! (914) 400-3494

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH TRAUMA AND ITS IMPACT ON CULTURAL IDENTITY

This Doula Learning Channel course helps you build trauma-sensitive communication skills so you can better support and empower trauma-impacted clients. You’ll also leave with tools to care for yourself, protect your energy, and reduce burnout when working with trauma-impacted clients.

Created by Danyale Washington, this Doula Learning Channel Course is 32 minutes in length.

58 BIRTH WORKERS COMPLETED PRODOULA CERTIFICATION IN JANUARY 2026!

✨ Labor Doula: 15

✨ Elite Labor Doula: 2

✨ Postpartum & Infant Care Doula: 35

✨ Elite Postpartum & Infant Care Doula: 1

✨ VBAC Specialist: 1

✨ Childbirth Educator: 4

Come with ProDoula CEO, Randy Patterson, and ProDoula COO, Lisa Davidson, to the Designing Motherhood exhibit at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City!

One of the highlights was seeing ProDoula member and Rocket City Doulas owner Tracy Abney’s photography of a clear drape cesarean birth featured as part of the exhibit.

We love supporting our members and getting to do so in-person was an awesome experience!

Designing Motherhood: Things That Make and Break Our Births is on display at the Museum of Arts and Design now through March 15, 2026.

INSPIRE THE CONVERSATION AND CARRY THE CAUSE

These gorgeous designs are printed on Econscious 100% certified organic cotton canvas tote bags and come with a FREE matching sticker to help ‘Normalize Birth’!

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT PRODOULA

“Kelley, the class was very informative, and educational. I learned more than I expected I would. I am very happy I took the course at this date. You’re an excellent instructor. Awesome!” – Dottie Coad

ProDoula Postpartum & Infant Care Doula Training with Kelley Nazarian

HEY DOULA, WE WANT TO SEE YOU IN 2026!

In-person trainings are coming to your area! This is an opportunity to learn in a supportive, in-person environment and build connections during your training experience.

ProDoula is coming to your area next month!

Contact the ProDoula office to add your city to our 2026 calendar! (914) 400-3494

NEW YEAR, NEW SERVICES TO BE OFFERED!

Add a new way to make your career in doula work a successful one! You can now learn the process of placenta encapsulation online with clear, step-by-step instruction, rooted in the highest industry standards for safety and professionalism!

930 BIRTH WORKERS COMPLETED PRODOULA CERTIFICATION IN 2025!

✨ Labor Doula: 276

✨ Elite Labor Doula: 5

✨ Advanced Comfort Measures for Labor: 1

✨ Postpartum & Infant Care Doula: 548

✨ Elite Postpartum & Infant Care Doula: 2

✨ Advanced Support for Postpartum: 33

✨ VBAC Specialist: 7

✨ Infant Feeding Educator: 12

✨ Infant Feeding Specialist: 6

✨ Childbirth Educator: 31

✨ Postpartum Placenta Specialist: 9

WE’VE READ THE STUDY SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO

Frequency and timing of complications within the first postpartum year in the United States and Canada

This systematic review examines the frequency and timing of complications during the first postpartum year in the United States and Canada.

ProDoula’s Director of Research and Development, Angela Horn, has read this review so you don’t have to, even though you should!

This information is so relevant for birth professionals to be aware of and shows just how much mental health matters, especiallly during the postpartum period.

WANT MORE PEOPLE TO FIND YOUR DOULA BUSINESS?

Blogging is an excellent way to increase your search engine ranking! But the truth is, many doulas don’t know where to even start. We’re not bloggers, we’re doulas! But as always, ProDoula as you covered.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT PRODOULA

I love how passionate the trainers are about birth work AND instilling a sense of confidence in new doulas so that we are inspired to get right out there and “do the work” after being certified. I also appreciate how the trainers make it well known that they are there for us at any time in the future for any continued guidance we may need.” Erin Rougeux,

ProDoula Training | May 2025 with Kelly Rutan.

Doulas of the Roundtable Episode 178: Ready, Set, Go!

If you keep telling yourself you’ll start once you feel ready, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Doulas of the Roundtable talk about readiness and why waiting to feel ready keeps so many doulas stuck.