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What’s in store for 2015: Interview with DONA International President
Recently, Sunday Tortelli, President of the DONA International Board of Directors talked with The DONA Doula Chronicles about the organization's plans for this year. TDDC: The DONA Doula Chronicles, ST: Sunday Tortelli TDDC: Thank you, Sunday, for making time to talk...
Positions Available With DONA International!
DONA International is currently accepting applications for two publications committee contract positions, Blog Manager and eDoula Newsletter Editor. These positions are open to experienced and qualified DONA International members, preferably those currently certified....
In Case You Missed It: Online Continuing Education for Doulas
Staying up to date on evidence-based information, best care practices and how to continuously improve a doula practice is no easy task. These days many educational options are available on-line for degrees and certifications. While doula support is a very hands-on and...
Bloggers unite at DONA/Lamaze Confluence!
Day one of the 2014 Lamaze International/DONA International joint conference is in the books! It's been a great time for learning and connection with so much more to come. I connected with Lamaze blog community managers Sharon Muza and Cara Terreri for a chat (and of...
Aren’t joining us in Kansas City? You can still earn those contact hours!
While it would be wonderful if every DONA International member could attend the annual conference, given our commitments to clients, families, and budgets, it isn’t possible. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t earn the continuing education contact hours for...
New Member Center from DONA International!
Wondering when your DONA membership renews? When your certification or certification packet expires? Moved or changed your email address? The new DONA International Member Center can help! This new portal allows members to access membership and certification dates and...
DONA International Annual Update Now Available
An organization with over 6,000 members in 50 countries always has a lot going on and DONA International is no different. Eighteen months after moving the Home Office to Chicago, DONA International released its first Annual Update to members last month. Much like an...
Early Registration for 2014 Conference Ends Soon!
Register now and save $100 on the DONA International/Lamaze International 2014 Confluence in Kansas City, MO. Discounts are also available on pre-conference events, including birth and postpartum doula training workshops as well as advanced workshops for doulas and...
Continuing Education for Recertification
There is no doubt that doulas lead very busy lives. Our schedules are made more hectic by the nature of what we do – waiting for babies who are not known to abide by anyone’s calendar. Finding time and opportunities to get the continuing education we need to stay up...
DONA International Press Release: Doulas Celebrate Recognition as Key Factor in Reducing Cesarean Rates
The doula world danced when the updated Obstetric Care Consensus: Safe Prevention of the Primary Cesarean Delivery was released in February by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM). Doulas...
Doulas for Doulas!
As birth and postpartum support professionals, we provide comfort, calm and help to new mothers and their families day and night in all types of weather and circumstances. But who supports us? DONA International is the doula for doulas providing support as we learn,...
Help! I need somebody. Help, not just anybody!
Sometimes a doula needs a little help and not just from anyone, but someone with specific knowledge about our role or professional development. In our work, we know the value of having a trusted source of information. So that you can get the help you need, here is a...
Happy International Doula Month!
May is the month of mothers and so we celebrate those who “mother the mother” – doulas! What better way to celebrate birth and postpartum professionals than a documentary on doulas and our important role with families? “The Essential Ingredient: Doula” is available...
In case you missed it: 2014 Confluence Announcement
This year’s DONA International conference is actually a “confluence” – a joint conference with Lamaze International. Last week the five keynote speakers were announced, but in case any of you busy doulas missed it, here is the list: Michele Deck, RN, BSN, MEd, LCCE,...
Introducing The DONA Doula Chronicles!
The DONA Doula Chronicles is DONA International’s latest offering to support doulas in providing a unique and valuable service to families during their birth and postpartum experiences. We are truly inspired by what you do for your clients and communities! The DONA...