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U.S. – California, San Jose

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop, Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Teri Nava-Anderson
Dates:
December 3, 2025
December 4, 2025
December 5, 2025
December 6, 2025
December 7, 2025
December 8, 2025

Intro to Childbirth and Lactation Course included
This is a live, online workshop. Join from anywhere in the world. All the educational requirements for certification are included. This is a combined birth and postpartum workshop, which includes continuing mentorship toward certification after the course is over. Students can also choose to do birth only (Dec 3-6) or postpartum only (Dec 5-8). For Healthcare Professionals - This course is approved for contact hours with the CA BRN.

Contact:

US – California, Los Angeles

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Kathrin Auger
Dates:
December 4, 2025
December 5, 2025
December 6, 2025
December 7, 2025

Lactation Course Included; December 6, 2025

US – Washington D.C.

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
November 11, 2025
November 18, 2025
December 2, 2025
December 9, 2025

Class is held virtually on Tuesdays from 9:00am-6:00pm(EST) and includes the Lactation Basics Course which fulfills the lactation educational requirement for your certification application. Optional private and group mentorship sessions are also available.

US—California, Sacramento

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
HeatherGail Lovejoy
Dates:
December 10, 2025
December 11, 2025
December 12, 2025

Students from any time zone are welcome to attend!! 8:30a 6:30p PST Families are created in all kinds of unique and loving ways and we need more postpartum doulas. Whether you are new to this field or a long-time postpartum or birth doula looking to add refreshed postpartum doula skills and knowledge to your work, we would love to have you. Your tuition includes the Lactation Basics live virtual class that is offered once a month. Optional ongoing mentoring and/or doula coaching are available.

Contact:

US – Florida, Tampa

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
December 11, 2025
December 12, 2025
December 13, 2025
December 14, 2025

Class is held 9:00am-6:00pm(EST) daily
This workshop includes Breastfeeding Course

U.S. – Sacramento, CA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Jesse Remer
Dates:
December 12, 2025
December 13, 2025
December 14, 2025

Breastfeeding course is on demand.

U.S. – Denver, CO

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Jesse Remer
Dates:
December 12, 2025

Breastfeeding course is on demand.

U.S. – Seattle, WA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Jesse Remer
Dates:
December 12, 2025

Intro to breastfeeding course is on demand.

U.S. – Illinois, Chicago

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
November 10, 2025
November 17, 2025
November 24, 2025
December 1, 2025
December 8, 2025
December 15, 2025

Lactation Course included; see website to choose date of class

Contact:
Ann Grauer
414-704-0320 (please visit website first)
Annidoula@gmail.com
https://NurturingDoulaDreams.com

U.S. – Columbus, OH

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
January 6, 2026
March 3, 2026

The 8-week program is designed to give the group additional time to build relationships with one another and work through particular elements of the certification packet while under direct mentorship of AdvPCD/PDT(DONA) Krista Maltais. Each week, core DONA postpartum doula curriculum material is taught and one or more certification requirements are discussed and suggested as homework.

Intro Offered:
March 3, 2026

U.S. – Chicago, IL

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
January 5, 2026
January 12, 2026
January 19, 2026
January 26, 2026
February 2, 2026
February 9, 2026

See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class
6 week series-- January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2 and 9, 2026

Contact:

US–California, Los Angeles

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop, Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD
Dates:
January 7, 2026
January 14, 2026
January 21, 2026
January 23, 2026
February 11, 2026
February 18, 2026
February 25, 2026
March 4, 2026
March 11, 2026
March 18, 2026
April 8, 2026
April 15, 2026
April 22, 2026

This is live, online workshop meets for 3.5 hours every Wednesday. Choose the 9am-12:30pm or 5:30-9pm session. Join from anywhere in the world. This is a combined birth and postpartum workshop that includes the childbirth and lactation education requirements for certification, and continued mentorship toward certification after the workshop is over. There is an option to attend only the birth portion (Jan 7-Mar 4) or only the postpartum portion (Feb 18-Apr 22). This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to all. For Healthcare Professionals - This course is approved for contact hours with the CA BRN.

Contact:
Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD
408-391-7797
teri@harmonydoula.com
http://harmonydoula.com

US–Washington, Seattle

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
January 8, 2026
January 15, 2026
January 22, 2026
January 29, 2026
February 5, 2026
February 12, 2026

Lactation Included

Contact:
Simkin Center @ Bastyr University Simkin Center @ Bastyr University
4256023378
simkincenter@bastyr.edu
https://bastyr.edu/simkin-center-allied-birth-vocations

U.S. – Boston, MA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
January 8, 2026
January 11, 2026

Additional venue details are available on https://postpartum-doula-training.com/attend-a-workshop

Intro Offered:
January 11, 2026

US—North Carolina, Wilmington

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Jen Chandlee
Dates:
January 9, 2026
January 10, 2026
January 11, 2026
Contact:

U.S. – New York City, NY

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
January 9, 2026
January 10, 2026
January 11, 2026

This workshop includes breastfeeding course. See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class

Contact:

U.S. – Los Angeles, CA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Kathrin Auger
Dates:
January 8, 2026
January 9, 2026
January 10, 2026
January 11, 2026

ALL are welcome to join!

Intro Offered:
January 8, 2026

U.S. – Newark, NJ

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
January 16, 2026
January 19, 2026
Intro Offered:
January 19, 2026

Canada–Ontario, Toronto

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Trena Gallant
Dates:
January 22, 2026
January 23, 2026
January 24, 2026
January 25, 2026

Thursday evening January 22, 2026 is from 6-9 pm, January 23-25 2026 is from 8:30-5:30 pm. Register for Combined Birth and Postpartum Doula Training and save on both money and training time. https://www.torontoyogamamas.com/online-birth-and-postpartum-doula-training.html

U.S. – Olathe, KS

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop, Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Vanessa Flood
Dates:
January 22, 2026
January 23, 2026
January 24, 2026
January 25, 2026

This training has no pre-requisites and is open to anyone, anywhere. Times are Central/Standard (CST). Training leans towards supporting hospital-based births and building collaborative connections. Specific guidance on supporting out-of-hospital births (birth center/home) is also included. Trainer can accommodate grant funded doula training programs, both at the state and local levels, including non-profits. Free accountability group is available for those perusing certification and continued mentorship to help you reach your doula goals. More information about Vanessa and this training can be found online.

Intro Offered:
January 22, 2026
January 23, 2026

US–Virginia, Richmond

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Call ahead to see if workshop is in-person or online.
Trainers:
Kathy Stewart
Dates:
January 27, 2026
January 28, 2026
January 29, 2026
January 30, 2026

Breastfeeding Course included

Contact:

US–California, Los Angeles

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop, Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD
Dates:
February 4, 2026
February 5, 2026
February 6, 2026
February 7, 2026
February 8, 2026
February 9, 2026

This is live, online workshop meets daily 9am-6:30pm PT. Join from anywhere in the world. This is a combined birth and postpartum workshop that includes the childbirth and lactation education requirements for certification, and continued mentorship toward certification after the workshop is over. There is an option to attend only the birth portion (Feb 4-7) or only the postpartum portion (Feb 6-9). This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to all. For Healthcare Professionals - This course is approved for contact hours with the CA BRN.

Contact:

U.S. – Atlanta, GA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
February 6, 2026
February 7, 2026
February 8, 2026

This workshop includes breastfeeding course. See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class

Contact:

U.S. – Chicago, IL

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
February 6, 2026
February 10, 2026
Intro Offered:
February 10, 2026

U.S. – Los Angeles, CA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Kathrin Auger
Dates:
February 20, 2026
February 21, 2026
February 22, 2026

ALL are welcome to join!

Intro Offered:
February 21, 2026

U.S. – Minneapolis, MN

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
February 24, 2026
March 3, 2026
March 10, 2026
March 17, 2026
March 24, 2026
March 31, 2026

This workshop includes breastfeeding course. See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class
6 week series-- February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2026

Contact:

US–California, Santa Rosa

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
HeatherGail Lovejoy
Dates:
February 24, 2026
February 25, 2026
February 26, 2026

All are welcome! Families are created in all kinds of unique and loving ways and we need more postpartum doulas! Whether you are new to this field or a long-time postpartum or birth doula looking to add refreshed postpartum doula skills and knowledge to your work, we would love to have you.

U.S. – Rochester, NY

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Jen Chandlee
Dates:
February 27, 2026
February 28, 2026
March 1, 2026

US–Washington, Seattle

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
March 10, 2026
March 11, 2026
March 12, 2026
March 13, 2026

Lactation Included

Contact:

U.S. – Chicago, IL

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
March 13, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 15, 2026

This workshop includes intro to childbirth and breastfeeding course. See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class

Contact:

U.S. – Asheville, NC

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Jen Chandlee
Dates:
March 14, 2026
March 15, 2026
March 21, 2026
March 22, 2026

This is a live, online training being held March 14, 15, 21, and 22 (two consecutive weekends) from 10:30 AM-5:30 PM Eastern Time. Open to anyone, anywhere!

Contact:

US–California, San Fransisco

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop, Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD
Dates:
March 18, 2026
March 19, 2026
March 20, 2026
March 21, 2026
March 22, 2026
March 23, 2026

This is live, online workshop meets daily 9am-6:30pm PT. Join from anywhere in the world. This is a combined birth and postpartum workshop that includes the childbirth and lactation education requirements for certification, and continued mentorship toward certification after the workshop is over. There is an option to attend only the birth portion (Mar 18-21) or only the postpartum portion (Mar 20-23). This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to all. For Healthcare Professionals - This course is approved for contact hours with the CA BRN.

Contact:
Teri Nava-Anderson
This is live, online workshop meets daily 9am-6:30pm PT. Join from anywhere in the world. This is a combined birth and postpartum workshop that includes the childbirth and lactation education requirements for certification, and continued mentorship toward certification after the workshop is over. There is an option to attend only the birth portion (Mar 18-21) or only the postpartum portion (Mar 20-23). This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to all. For Healthcare Professionals - This course is approved for contact hours with the CA BRN.
teri@harmonydoula.com
http://harmonydoulatraining.com

U.S. – Brooklyn, NY

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
March 19, 2026
March 26, 2026
April 2, 2026
April 9, 2026

The 4-week workshop meets Thursdays 9:30a-6:30p EST on March 19 + 26 and April 2 + 9, 2026

Intro Offered:
April 6, 2026

U.S. – Los Angeles, CA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Kathrin Auger
Dates:
March 20, 2026
March 21, 2026
March 22, 2026

ALL are welcome to join!

Intro Offered:
March 21, 2026

U.S. – Pittsburgh, PA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
March 24, 2026
May 19, 2026

Tuesdays 9:30a-2:00pEST. This 8-week program is designed to give the group additional time to build relationships with one another and work through particular elements of the certification packet while under direct mentorship of AdvPCD/PDT(DONA) Krista Maltais. Each week, core DONA Postpartum Doula curriculum material is taught and one or more certification requirements are discussed and suggested as homework.

Intro Offered:
May 19, 2026

US–Virginia, Richmond

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
hybrid
Trainers:
Kathy Stewart
Dates:
March 25, 2026
March 26, 2026
March 27, 2026
Contact:

US–Washington, Seattle

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
April 9, 2026
April 16, 2026
April 23, 2026
April 30, 2026

Lactation Included

Contact:

U.S. – Dallas, TX

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
April 10, 2026
April 11, 2026
April 12, 2026

This workshop includes the breastfeeding course. See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class

Contact:

US-California, San Jose

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop, Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD
Dates:
April 23, 2026
April 24, 2026
April 25, 2026
April 26, 2026
April 27, 2026
April 28, 2026

This is live, online workshop meets daily 9am-6:30pm PT. Join from anywhere in the world. This is a combined birth and postpartum workshop that includes the childbirth and lactation education requirements for certification, and continued mentorship toward certification after the workshop is over. There is an option to attend only the birth portion (Apr 23-26) or only the postpartum portion (Apr 25-28). This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to all. For Healthcare Professionals - This course is approved for contact hours with the CA BRN.

Contact:
Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD
408-391-7797
teri@harmonydoula.com
http://harmonydoulatraining.com

US–Virginia, Richmond

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
hybrid
Trainers:
Kathy Stewart
Dates:
May 6, 2026
May 7, 2026
May 8, 2026
Contact:

US–Washington, Seattle

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
May 11, 2026
May 12, 2026
May 13, 2026
May 14, 2026

Lactation Included

Contact:

U.S. – Los Angeles, CA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Kathrin Auger
Dates:
May 15, 2026
May 16, 2026
May 17, 2026

ALL are welcome to join!

Intro Offered:
May 16, 2026

US–Virginia, Richmond

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
hybrid
Trainers:
Kathy Stewart
Dates:
June 24, 2026
June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026
Contact:

U.S. – Los Angeles, CA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Kathrin Auger
Dates:
June 26, 2026
June 27, 2026
June 28, 2026

ALL are welcome to join!

Intro Offered:
June 27, 2026

US–Washington, Seattle

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
July 9, 2026
July 17, 2026

Lactation Included

Contact:

US–Virginia, Richmond

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
hybrid
Trainers:
Kathy Stewart
Dates:
August 5, 2026
August 6, 2026
August 7, 2026
Contact:

US–Washington, Seattle

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
August 25, 2026
August 26, 2026
August 27, 2026
August 28, 2026

Lactation Included

Contact:

U.S. – Seattle, WA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
October 5, 2026
October 12, 2026
October 19, 2026
October 26, 2026

Workshop is scheduled to meet on Mondays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26
This includes the breastfeeding course

Contact:

US—Virginia, Richmond

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
hybrid
Trainers:
Kathy Stewart
Dates:
October 21, 2026
October 22, 2026
October 23, 2026
Contact:

U.S. – Seattle, WA

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Tracy McPhillips
Dates:
November 12, 2026
November 13, 2026
November 19, 2026
November 20, 2026
Contact: