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Is Homebirth Safe?

Is Homebirth Safe?

The safety of homebirth has been much discussed in the birth community over the last few months following the publication of a study in the New England Journal of Medicine […]

10 Reasons You Should be at the 2016 Conference!

10 Reasons You Should be at the 2016 Conference!

In just a few weeks, the DONA International Annual Conference: ENGAGE will take place near Seattle, WA. Here are 10 reasons you should be at #DONA16! 1. Learn new skills […]

Sailing Through Certification: Packet Reviewer Tips Part 2

Sailing Through Certification: Packet Reviewer Tips Part 2

This is the second installment in our Sailing through Certification: Tips from a Packet Reviewer series.  Birth doula certification packet reviewer, Julia Schetky, posts tips on DONA International’s Facebook groups […]

Sailing through Certification: Tips from a Packet Reviewer Part 1

Sailing through Certification: Tips from a Packet Reviewer Part 1

Obtaining those CD(DONA) or PCD(DONA) credentials comes from a combination of training, experience, independent learning and reflection. Doula certification demonstrates proficiency, professionalism and dedication to the field. The documentation of […]

Deadline Approaching for Advanced Doula Applications

Deadline Approaching for Advanced Doula Applications

Are you working to advance the maternal-child field? Know a doula who is? The deadline to submit for the Advanced Doula designation is fast approaching! Apply by May 31, 2016 […]

Staying Connected: DONA International Publications & Social Media Channels

Staying Connected: DONA International Publications & Social Media Channels

We’ve recently shared an updated list of who you can contact at DONA International to answer questions and get support. Here, we’re sharing the communication channels and publications available from […]

Get to Know Your New DONA International Board Members

DONA International’s leadership team has some new faces! Members have received an email about new members of the DONA International Board of Directors who have stepped up to fill vacant […]

Help! I need somebody. Help, not just anybody! — 2016 edition

Help! I need somebody. Help, not just anybody! — 2016 edition

Sometimes a doula needs a little help and not just from anyone, but someone with specific knowledge to solve our challenge or get us the resource that we need. In […]

What I Learned on the Board of DONA International

What I Learned on the Board of DONA International

Editor’s Note: Wondering what it’s like to serve on the DONA International Board of Directors? Read on to hear Eva Bild share her experience serving as a Regional Director. Feeling […]

Meet DONA International’s President HeatherGail Lovejoy

Meet DONA International’s President HeatherGail Lovejoy

DONA International was founded by doulas and throughout its 24 year history has continued to be lead by doulas. In recent years, a professional management team was brought on to […]