Many new families in our society lack the continuity of care they need following the birth of their baby. The postpartum doula helps meet this need by educating, nurturing, and empowering mothers and families towards confidence in their new roles.

This training is taught by Darla Burns, the Executive Director of Postpartum Doulas for CAPPA. She is a Certified Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Educator, Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Happiest Baby on the Block Instructor, Infant Massage Instructor and a mom to two great kids!!

Join me for this CAPPA Approved Postpartum Doula Training and help make a difference in the lives of new families.

More detailed information about the location will be given once registered into the class

May 8-9, 2012 (Tues & Weds)
8:30a-6:00pm daily

FEES*: $400.00 for workshop ( includes training manual and binder of materials)

This 2 day training will prepare you for a rewarding career as Postpartum Doula. This unique opportunity will give you the education and skills necessary to support families thru transition to parenthood. Just some of the things you will learn include:

*Scope of Practice for Postpartum Doula
*Informed consent
*Interventions impact on the postpartum period
*Supporting parents in the immediate postpartum period
*Breastfeeding support
*Baby care techniques
*Calming and soothing techniques
*Postpartum Mood Disorders and support available
*SIDS/Back to Sleep Campaign
*Grief/Loss Support
*Incorporating family members into the care of the newborn
*Listening and communication skills
*Record keeping and contracts
*Creating and marketing your business
*Networking solutions
*Much, much more!!!

To sign up for this training, go to
http://www.douladarla.com
where you can fill out the registration form and pay for your training via paypal!!

Registration closes on April 8th, 2012! First come, first served. Limited seating.

**membership dues, books, certification processing fees are not included